City Leaders Get Flu Vaccines-- 10.28.2013
COLUMBUS PUBLIC HEALTH – Media Advisory
FOR MONDAY, October 28, 2013
MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND OTHER CITY LEADERS GET FLU VACCINES
New Vaccine this season provide broader coverage for all residents
Flu Shots given to city leaders at 4 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28.
WHAT:
Mayor Michael B. Coleman, City Council members, Dr. Teresa C. Long and other City leaders will roll up their sleeves to get a seasonal flu shot to protect themselves, their families and the community during influenza season.
WHO:
Mayor Michael B. Coleman, City Council members and other City leaders
WHEN:
4 - 5 p.m. on Monday, October 28, 2012
WHERE:
Columbus City Hall
City Council Conference, Room #226 – 2nd Floor
90 W. Broad St., Columbus
MORE INFO:
A flu shot is the best way to protect against seasonal influenza. It is important to get one every year, even if you’ve gotten one in the past. This year’s vaccine includes H1N1, as well as two other strains that pose a risk this season.
Flu shots are recommended for everyone 6-months-old and older. A shot is especially important for pregnant women and anyone with a chronic disease such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, asthma and pulmonary disease because they are at higher risk of complications.
People older than 65 years of age are also more susceptible to serious complications from the flu. As a result, it is recommended that older adults receive a high-dose flu vaccine to help provide a better immune response and better protection.
Additionally, household contacts and caregivers of babies who are too young to be vaccinated or others who are at high risk of developing serious complications also should be vaccinated to provide a “cocoon” of protection around vulnerable loved ones.
For more information on influenza or where to get a flu shot, visit Columbus Public Health at www.publichealth.columbus.gov or on Facebook/Twitter.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Live shots and interviews may take place while city leaders get vaccinated. Dr. Long will provide media availability on the flu season, new vaccines and vaccine availability.
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