Influenza (the Flu) is a serious illness affecting millions of Americans, of which about 250,000 are hospitalized each year. Of those, about 36,000 people, mostly over age 65, die each year from complications. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone six months and above get a flu shot. The seasonal flu vaccine protects against three influenza viruses that research indicates will be most common during the upcoming season.
Next time the flu season arrives, be sure to get vaccinated at AFC Urgent Care Waltham. Our walk-in urgent care clinic administers flu shots seven days a week – no appointment necessary!