Fall has arrived, and with it, the start of flu season. While you can get the flu at any time, cases typically rise in October and hit their peak around the holidays (December-February). There’s no telling how bad the 2019-2020 season will be, but the high infection rate last year – and the virus’ life-threatening potential – are ample reasons to take this threat … [Read more...]
Fast & Free Flu Shots at Lake Nona Centra Care
Get your entire family vaccinated. Supplies are limited. Flu shots are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Who Should Be Vaccinated? The CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for everyone 6-months and older, especially those who are at high risk for developing flu-related complications. … [Read more...]
Get Ready Now for the Upcoming Flu Season
The best defense is a good offense. It doesn't seem possible, but flu season is almost here. "The flu can be so serious – the 2017-18 season was the most widespread in recent history with many hospitalizations. If you get it, you can't just ‘ride it out,’” says Ledy Rojas, MD, a board-certified family medicine physician in Lake Nona. "You should do whatever it takes not to … [Read more...]
Don’t Discount The Effectiveness Of A Flu Shot
This flu season has reminded us of the importance of getting a flu vaccine. While we might be approaching the end of flu season, cases of flu are likely to persist until as late as May. Getting your flu shot, even now, is the best way to protect yourself and others from the flu. Types Of Flu Vaccines Any flu shot will offer you protection from the flu, but there are two … [Read more...]