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We Got Our Vaccinations

I saw the headlines about how some people are skipping the Covid-19 and flu shots this year. But we decided to get them anyway.

Sena got both but they were pretty close together and one bandaid covered them.

This is National Influenza Vaccination Week!

This is National Influenza Vaccination Week (Dec. 4-8, 2023) and the CDC word is:

“National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) is a critical opportunity to remind everyone 6 months and older that there’s still time to protect themselves and their loved ones from flu this flu season by getting their annual flu vaccine if they have not already. CDC data shows that flu vaccination coverage was lower last season, especially among certain higher risk groups, such as pregnant people and children. When you get a flu vaccine, you reduce your risk of illness, and flu-related hospitalization if you do get sick. This week is meant to remind people that there is still time to benefit from the first and most important action in preventing flu illness and potentially serious flu complications: get a flu vaccine today. Check out CDC’s NIVW toolkit for more shareable resources and content.”

It’s also big news that a recent CDC co-authored study showed strong evidence for flu vaccine effectiveness. Among the university medical centers participating in the study was the University of Iowa Hospitals.

University of Iowa Quick Facts About the Flu

The University of Iowa has the latest quick facts about the flu and how to protect yourself. Now you’re in the know!

Covid-19 and Flu Vaccines Today

Today I got the new Covid-19 vaccine and the flu shot. I scheduled on line late last week and got right in. I didn’t have to wait long in line—and there were others getting the same vaccines. Sena will get them tomorrow.

It’s up to you.

CDC Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report

See the CDC Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report as of the last week of October, 2022. While Iowa’s activity is listed as “minimal,” the Iowa Dept. of Public Health points out that individual cases are not reportable in Iowa. The best way to prevent influenza is to get the flu vaccine.