The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) is currently warning that flu activity is not slowing down any time soon. In fact, just the opposite. The month of February is trending to produce the highest flu activity level of this season with activity expected to last well into May. This means, if you haven’t yet, you need to take active steps immediately to reduce your chances of getting the flu.

It’s not too late to get your flu shot! Vaccination is the first step to flu prevention. The CDC recommends ongoing flu vaccination as long as the flu viruses are circulating, even into February or later. And don’t forget, if you are on any of FirstFleet’s Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance plans your flu shot is FREE when you go to an In-Network provider. You can visit https://vaccinefinder.org to find convenient locations offering flu shots across the nation.

 

Click on the PDF link here for more tips on flu prevention this season.