As the flu season approaches, it's essential to protect yourself and your loved ones from the influenza virus. The influenza vaccine, commonly known as the flu shot, is your best defense against this highly contagious illness that affects millions worldwide each year. At Sarwanidan Clinic, we are now offering the influenza vaccine to ensure our community stays healthy and flu-free.
What is Influenza?
Influenza, or the flu, is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system—your nose, throat, and lungs. It can lead to severe complications, especially in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms often include fever, sore throat, cough, body aches, and fatigue, and in some cases, the flu can lead to hospitalization or even death.
How Does the Influenza Vaccine Work?
The influenza vaccine contains inactivated (killed) or weakened strains of the flu virus. Once administered, it stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies that fight off the virus if you are exposed to it. These antibodies protect you against the strains included in the vaccine, reducing the risk of severe illness.
Why Should You Get Vaccinated?
- Prevent Severe Illness: The flu vaccine significantly lowers the risk of getting infected and, if you do contract the flu, it can lessen the severity of your symptoms.
- Protect Vulnerable Groups: Vaccination helps protect people around you who are more vulnerable to serious flu complications, like infants, older adults, and those with chronic health conditions.
- Reduce Hospitalization: Studies show that vaccinated individuals have a lower chance of needing hospitalization due to flu-related complications.
- Boost Community Immunity: The more people vaccinated, the harder it is for the flu virus to spread within the community.
Who Should Get the Flu Vaccine?
The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone over the age of 6 months. It's particularly crucial for:
- Pregnant women
- People with chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, asthma)
- Healthcare workers
- Elderly individuals (65 years and older)
- Get Your Flu Shot at Sarwanidan Clinic ( 01-4589278)
We are happy to announce that the influenza vaccine is now available at Sarwanidan Clinic. Our expert healthcare team will ensure a safe and efficient vaccination process. Protect yourself and those around you by scheduling your flu shot today!
This vaccine is manufactured in Neatherlands by Abott, for this season 2024/25, with four variants protection. Currently sarwanindan is offering 10% discounts in Flu Vaccines.
Getting vaccinated is a simple step that can have a huge impact on your health and the well-being of your community. Stay protected this flu season—visit Sarwanidan Clinic for your influenza vaccine. Sarwanidan also offers home service.
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