IDPH recommends getting your annual flu shot

Posted on October 11, 2022
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It’s advised everyone six months and older get a flu shot every year. (Photo courtesy Flickr/USACEEuropeDis)

By IIS Radio

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health says it’s time to get your annual flu shot.

Now that people are out and about and most aren’t wearing a mask anymore, flu activity will likely pick up this year says IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra.

He recommends getting both the flu vaccine and the new covid-19 booster at the same time.

“The side effects for both are just very mild,” said Vohra. “A little bit of fatigue and a sore arm.”

“We know it’s very safe and your body will respond to give you the right kind of immunity that you need,” he added.

It’s advised everyone six months and older get a flu shot every year.

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