The most powerful tool we have to combat disease is vaccination, Robert Redfield, CDC director, said during a recent interview. Flu cases are expected to start increasing early in October and could last late into May. This makes September and early October the ideal time to get your flu shot.
The flu vaccine takes up to two weeks to reach peak effectiveness”
Source: The Conversation, August 19, 2020. Link. While it may seem like there is so much out of our control during this pandemic, getting the flu vaccine, practicing proper hand washing, social distancing and wearing face coverings are within our control and will protect not only you but also your family and community.
INSIGHTS: Contracting the flu is likely to open the door for Covid-19 or vice versa. Immunosuppression, remember? Let’s all set a good example by getting flu shots and urging others in our network to do the same.