Getting your flu shot protects you and your family in many ways. First, when you’re healthy, you’re able to continue caring for those close to you. Second, you keep them from getting flu from you.
VA is offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster to Veterans. Only people who received the Pfizer vaccine can receive a Pfizer booster.
If you are a Veteran 65 or older, you are at higher risk for moderate to severe flu illness. The CDC estimates that 70 to 85 percent of flu-related deaths are in those 65 and older.
It's important for pregnant women to get a flu shot, and to talk with their health care provider if they have questions about the vaccine.
Your COVID-19 questions answered. VA is listening to your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine and hosting a blog series on questions from Veterans. Tell us what you think.
Almost 400 miles from Anchorage, Alaska, Veterans on Kodiak Island lined up to get their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine at the Kodiak Area Native Association clinic. Kodiak is reachable only by air.
Last flu season, more than 27,000 Veterans came to VA hospitals with the flu. In addition, over 4,600 Veterans were hospitalized and 600 were in intensive care due to the flu.
The top Veterans resources of 2020 includes discounted internet plans, free state hunting licenses, free flights, free audiobooks, lifetime passes to National Parks, free flu shots, even on-base access to commissaries.
VA North Texas Health Care System is making it as easy for Veterans and employees to receive their flu shot with the drive-thru flu clinic Monday through Friday. “We are also accepting walk-ups.”
Robert Hancock was “scared” to get the vaccine. Then he had a long talk with a Tampa VA doctor who walked him through the process and explained the benefits of being vaccinated. He got the shot.
Women are the fastest growing group of Veterans, making up 30% of all new VA patients. Many have health concerns unique to their military service and experiences. Here are some very helpful podcasts.
Over 10,000 random Veterans received an invite via telephone to participate in a tele-townhall designed to inform South Texas Veterans about influenza, risks, and the precautions.
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