Stop the Flu in Its Tracks!
When flu season comes, it's important to take steps to protect yourself and your family.
About the Flu
- Influenza (the flu virus) can cause a variety of symptoms, such as fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle aches, headaches, and fatigue.
- Symptoms can be mild or severe. Some people have a higher risk for serious complications, including:
- Infants
- Pregnant women
- Adults aged 65 and older
- Individuals with chronic health conditions
- Good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands can help prevent you from catching the flu or spreading it to others.
Flu Shot Facts
- According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the best way to avoid catching the flu is to get the flu vaccine every year.
- Flu shots are free when you go to a pharmacy or primary care provider in your network.
- Flu shots protect against the influenza viruses that research indicates will be most common in the upcoming season.
- Once you’re vaccinated, it takes about two weeks for your body to produce the antibodies you need to protect you from the flu.
- Even if you still get the flu, your symptoms will typically be much less severe when you are vaccinated.
Getting Vaccinated
Flu shots are available through any in-network pharmacy or from your primary care provider (PCP). If you need help finding a pharmacy in your network, we encourage you to use our Find a Provider tool or the MedMutual mobile app.
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