The flu is nothing to sneeze at. Get the shot.
Here are the facts:
The flu can…
The flu shot will…
Cause you to be off of work for more than
a week!
The flu shot provides protection for up to
12 months.
Be contagious.
Keep you from getting sick from flu.
Affect everyone around you.
Protect those who are at greater risk of getting
sick from the flu, like older adults, people with
chronic health conditions and children.
Leave you weak and at risk for other
infections like pneumonia.
Reduce doctor visits, hospitalizations and
death among the elderly, young children
and people with chronic conditions,
including those with asthma.
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