Fight the Flu

CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older gets a flu vaccine. Find answers to common questions about flu vaccine this season here.

Why get a Flu shot?

The flu is a serious condition and a contagious respiratory illness caused by the Influenza virus.

It can be a serious illness and at times can lead to death. Texas reported 11,334 deaths for the 2019-20 flu season.
People with chronic conditions, such diabetes, may have serious health issues if they do not get the flu shot. It may include:
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  • Fever
  • Pneumonia
  • Asthma

Important facts about the Flu

  • Flu symptoms usually start quick.
  • Kids and adults can spread the flu before they feel symptoms and even after they feel better.
  • The flu season begins in October and can last as late as May.
  • The flu affects the respiratory system, which includes your nose, throat and lungs.
  • To reduce your risk of getting the flu or COVID-19, get vaccinated.

How to prevent the Flu

CDC recommends 3 actions to prevent flu:
  1. Get a flu vaccine,
  2. Practice everyday preventive actions
  3. Take antiviral medication to treat flu if your doctor prescribes them.

Fight the Flu

Avoid contact
Avoid close contact with sick people and while sick, limit contact with others as much as possible.
Stay home if you are sick
If you or your child gets sick with flu-like illness, CDC recommends that you (or your child) stay home for at least 2 days. The fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.
Cover your nose and mouth
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
Avoid touching
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs are spread this way.
Wash your hands
Wash your hands often with soap and warm water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Clean and Disinfect
Clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that may be contaminated with germs.

Flu Symptoms

Sore Throat
Headache
Body Aches
Fever
Tired
Chills and
Body Shakes
Runny or
Stuffy Nose
Dry Cough
Call your doctor if you are experiencing 2 or more of these symptoms. Find a Provider Here.

Where to get the Flu shot

El Paso Health Members, you can receive your flu shot at no cost!

Members ages 7 to 99 years old are recommended to get their shot
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