Milwaukee officials receive flu shots
Posted: Oct 14, 2014 5:53 PM CDT | Updated: Oct 14, 2014 6:00 PM CDT
On Tuesday, Mayor Tom Barrett and Commissioner of Health Bevan K. Baker joined children and families at Neighborhood House of Milwaukee to share a message that getting vaccinated against the flu protects you, your family, and your co-workers.
Influenza is among the most common contagious respiratory illness in the United States. Though common, it can be serious, leading to hospitalization and sometimes death. During the 2013-2014 flu season in Wisconsin, more than 260 people went to the hospital and two children died.
The influenza vaccine is recommended for all individuals over 6 months of age, especially those at greatest risk for serious complications, including adults 65 and older, children younger than 5, and pregnant women.
If you would like to find a flu clinic near you, you can search by your zip code on the Wisconsin Department of Health Services website.
Influenza is among the most common contagious respiratory illness in the United States. Though common, it can be serious, leading to hospitalization and sometimes death. During the 2013-2014 flu season in Wisconsin, more than 260 people went to the hospital and two children died.
The influenza vaccine is recommended for all individuals over 6 months of age, especially those at greatest risk for serious complications, including adults 65 and older, children younger than 5, and pregnant women.
If you would like to find a flu clinic near you, you can search by your zip code on the Wisconsin Department of Health Services website.
