Wood County Hospital’s Post

Stay ahead of the flu season! 🤧💉 Protect yourself and those around you by getting your flu shot this year. Ask your Southwell provider about vaccination options. Here are some simple steps to help prevent the spread: ✅ Get your flu shot ✅ Steer clear of sick individuals ✅ Be mindful not to touch your face after contact ✅ Wash hands regularly with soap and water ✅ Keep surfaces and objects clean and disinfected ✅ Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow ✅ Dispose of used tissues promptly Let's keep our community healthy! 💙 #FluPrevention #StayHealthy #SouthwellCares

This season, dodge the "achy breaky flu" and protect yourself with a flu shot! While the flu shares some symptoms with a common cold, it can be much worse, leaving you feeling achy, feverish, and utterly miserable. The flu is a serious virus, but getting vaccinated is your best defence. Here's why: Reduces your chances of getting sick: The flu shot significantly reduces your risk of getting the flu and experiencing its nasty symptoms. Protects those around you: Even if you don't get sick, you can still spread the flu to others. Getting vaccinated helps protect vulnerable people like young children, older adults, and those with chronic health conditions. Minimises severity: If you do catch the flu after being vaccinated, it's likely to be milder and shorter-lived. Stay healthy and active this season! Get your flu shot today!

🩺 Public Service Announcement: Protect Yourself from the Flu! 🤒 Did you know that the flu can affect anyone, young or old? It's important to be aware of the facts: 🌡️ In the United States, on average, between 9 million to 45 million people get the flu each year. 💊 Flu-related hospitalizations can range from 140,000 to 810,000 annually. 😷 Tragically, flu-related deaths have been as high as 61,000 in a single year. But here's the good news: you can take steps to protect yourself and others! 🚀 Get vaccinated: Annual flu shots can significantly reduce your risk. 🧼 Practice good hygiene: Wash your hands frequently and avoid touching your face. 😷 Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze to prevent the spread of germs. 💤 Rest and stay home when you're sick to prevent infecting others. Let's work together to keep our communities healthy and flu-free! #FightTheFlu 💪🤧

Beat the flu this season with a simple yet powerful step: Get your flu shot! Here’s why it’s essential: 1. The flu shot helps your body build antibodies to fight off the influenza virus, reducing your chances of getting sick. 2. By getting vaccinated, you not only safeguard yourself but also shield those around you, especially vulnerable populations like young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. 3. Even if you do catch the flu after getting vaccinated, the shot can lessen the severity and duration of your symptoms, helping you recover faster. 4. By contributing to herd immunity, you play a vital role in preventing the spread of the flu throughout your community. Don’t wait – prioritize your health and the well-being of those around you by getting your flu shot today! 💪 #FluShot #StayHealthy #RampsLogistics #TogetherWeAreBetter

Flu season is upon us. Are you worried about protecting yourself and your family? Learn these 5 simple tips to stay healthy: 1. Get vaccinated: It's the most effective defense against flu strains circulating this season. 2. Wash your hands often: Soap and water for 20 seconds are your best weapons against germs. 3. Mind the distance: Give others space if they're coughing or sneezing to avoid catching their droplets. 4. Fuel your body: Eat healthy, sleep well, and exercise to keep your immune system strong. 5. Listen to your body: If you feel unwell, rest and see a doctor if symptoms worsen. What if you already have cough symptoms and want to help researchers find a better solution? Simply take a few minutes to fill out the questionnaire below: https://lnkd.in/dBmmCRkZ #FluSeasonPrep #ProtectYourself #GetVaccinated #WashYourHands #tipsfor cough

Did you know: positive COVID cases are still numbering in the thousands every week in Massachusetts? In the first week of 2024, Massachusetts saw a peak of 6,821 confirmed and probable cases of COVID for this respiratory season. Although many pandemic procedures have been lifted, several respiratory illnesses continue to spread. Keep doing your part to stop the spread: get vaccinated, stay home if you’re sick and wash your hands often. To stay up to date with these statistics, visit www.mass.gov/covid. #chicaproject #covid19 #stopthespread

Each year millions of people in the United States get sick with flu, hundreds of thousands are hospitalized, and thousands to tens of thousands of people die from flu. This holiday season, a flu vaccine can keep you and your family from getting sick with the flu. Watch this short video from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to learn more about getting vaccinated. https://bit.ly/3DFT95E #FightFlu #FluShot #SleeveUp

Do you have #COVID or the #flu? These two respiratory illnesses share some symptoms and complications, but they are caused by different viruses. Getting vaccinated against both COVID and flu can protect your immune system from severe, repeated illness. #GetVaccinated today and learn more at https://lnkd.in/d7YFF58z .  

Vaccination is your first line of defense against winter fever. Regular handwashing and keeping warm are crucial, too. Remember, a robust immune system is key for maintaining your well-being during these colder months. Let's prioritize our health and ensure a productive, healthy winter season! #FamUrgentCare #ImmediateCare #ImmediateHealthcare #WinterWellness