Photo By Justin Moeller | The influenza vaccine is now available at Woodson Health Clinic! TRICARE-enrolled...... read more read more
Rock Island Arsenal Woodson Health Clinic team offers seasonal influenza vaccine for eligible TRICARE beneficiaries aged 6 months to 64 years.
Soldiers and their family members assigned to the clinic can walk in to receive the flu vaccine 1-3:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Patients with scheduled appointments can also receive the vaccine during their visit. Active-duty personnel should provide documentation proof to their local unit medical personnel or to the clinic to update their medical record.
TRICRE beneficiaries not enrolled at the clinic, and those over 65, can receive the flu vaccine from a TRICARE approved network medical provider.
“We encourage everyone to take advantage of the annual flu vaccine, which can help prevent or lessen the severity of flu,” said Capt. Gregory Richter, Blanchfield Army Community Hospital public health nurse. “For individuals in this region to receive the most protection, we recommended our beneficiaries get the vaccine between October and December.”
Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and in some cases, can lead to death. Certain groups, such as those aged 65 years and older, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at higher risk of serious flu complications.
Complications of flu can include bacterial pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, and worsening of chronic medical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes.
Richter emphasized that the best way to reduce the risk of flu and its potentially serious complications is by getting vaccinated each year.
| Date Taken: | 10.25.2024 |
| Date Posted: | 10.25.2024 15:03 |
| Story ID: | 483953 |
| Location: | 48557, KENTUCKY, US |
| Hometown: | ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS, US |
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