Should You get the Flu Vaccine?

Unfortunately, due to incidents like the Tuskegee Experiment, many African Americans harbor deep mistrust of the American medical establishment, which hinders many from getting a flu shot. But it’s important to examine the facts about flu vaccination and heavily consider the real consequences. Getting sick from flu means missing school or work, and time away from loved ones for about a week or longer. Getting a flu shot is one safe and simple act we all can do to protect ourselves, our families and our communities. It also helps save medical resources and protects health workers so they can continue caring for people with COVID-19.

Doctors’ offices and pharmacies are taking steps to ensure vaccines can be provided safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information, including where to find a flu shot near you, visit GetMyFluShot.org. Updates on Montgomery County’s flu vaccination clinics can be found here. 

Visit www.AAHPCovid.com to be tested for COVID-19. Remember Don’t Stress. Take the Test!

Sources:
www.cdc.gov/flu/highrisk/disparities-racial-ethnic-minority-groups
www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/keyfacts

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