Articles About vaccinations
- AUG 12, 2022
5 facts to know about the flu shot
With the return of flu season, it’s time to take steps to keep yourself and your loved ones safe and healthy. The good news is you can help avoid serious illness and make this flu season easier on yourself and the people around you, just by getting a flu shot. It’s one of the most important things you can do to protect against infection and keep your immune system healthy and strong. ... Read More >
- MAR 03, 2021
Ask a doctor: COVID-19 vaccines
It’s official: After nearly a year of staying home, perfecting hand hygiene, and pushing through quarantine fatigue, the highly anticipated COVID-19 vaccines are here — and phased distribution has begun. Whether you want to understand the basics of how vaccines save lives or learn more about general immunization safety, we’re here to help. ... Read More >
- JUN 08, 2017
Plan for your healthy summer adventure away from home
Whether you’re planning a cross-county road trip, flying abroad, or preparing for a trip to grandmother’s house, make sure you include your health in your travel check-off list. While you may not be able to predict illness or injury, you can definitely take several precautionary measures to help protect and ensure your health and that of your loved ones. ... Read More >
- SEP 07, 2016
Walk-in flu shot clinics open October 8 in the Northwest
Did you know that there are different strains (or versions) of the flu virus each year? That’s why it’s a good idea to get your flu shot annually — to protect yourself from the strains most likely to hit with each flu season. ... Read More >
- SEP 07, 2016
Get the best defense against the flu in Southern California
If you’re a parent, you’re always taking care of others. From calming a crying baby and making school lunches to creating Halloween costumes with your kids — you don’t have much time to relax. And you certainly can’t afford to be sick. That’s why it’s so important to take care of yourself and protect yourself from the flu. ... Read More >