While Ebola virus is getting all the news coverage, healthcare workers stress that the upcoming flu season is a great concern, too. The good news is that a flu shot can reduce your chances of catching influenza.
Bargain hunters: If you shop around, you just might find a pharmacy that will also provide an added incentive for getting your arm stuck.
And while thinking about preventative measures, consider cutting down your chances of encountering pneumonia. When combined with the flu, the twosome is the fifth leading cause of death in this country. But pneumonia is preventable. Yup, they’ve come up with a vaccine and strongly recommend it for those under two and over 65 and other vulnerable types.
Here’s an idea. If you’re going to get a flu shot in one arm, why not get a pneumonia shot in the other arm. After all, you don’t want one arm to feel left out.