Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones This Winter by Getting Vaccinated

Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones This Winter by Getting Vaccinated

Many respiratory viruses circulate in the fall and winter seasons causing illness of varying severity across the United States.

Many respiratory viruses circulate in the fall and winter seasons causing illness of varying severity across the United States. Three common viruses include flu, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and COVID-19.

Those most at risk include the elderly (especially those over 65), children under 5 years of age, pregnant people, and those who have underlying health conditions such as heart disease, chronic lung diseases such as asthma or COPD, diabetes, or any condition that weakens the immune system.

Protect yourself and others by staying up to date with your vaccines and taking precautions like masking in indoor public spaces, staying home or keeping your child home when sick, washing your hands frequently, and social distancing where possible.

Visit vaccines.gov for a list of vaccine providers near you.

• Contact Information:
  Erin Ford
  Public Information Officer
  Office Phone: (314) 657-1549
• Department:
  Department of Health
  
• Topic:
  Immunizations and Public Health