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A Call to Arms: 'Tis the Season to Get Vaccinated

For many of us, getting a flu shot each fall is a seasonal event that occurs each October. Now, it's another way we can protect each other during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Members of the Einstein community can receive a free flu vaccine:  high-dose for those 65 and older or regular-strength for others.
Members of the Einstein community can receive a free flu vaccine: high-dose for those 65 and older or regular-strength for others.

At the beginning of the month, Occupational Health Service (OHS) began administering the high-dose shot, available only to those members of our campus community who are age 65 and older. Individuals wishing to get the high-dose vaccine must make an appointment by calling OHS at 718-430-3141. "We'll continue to give these flu vaccines in the OHS, on the second floor of the Block building, while our supply lasts," noted Tina Crane, administrator for the OHS.

Beginning Tuesday, October 12, through Friday, October 15, other members of the Einstein community can come to the Lubin Dining Hall (in Block), between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. each day, to receive the regular-strength flu vaccine from OHS.

"While no appointment is necessary for the regular-strength dose this year and walk-ins will be accepted, we will be limiting how many people can enter the dining hall area at one time," said Tina. "We'll provide flu vaccines to any member of campus as long as supplies last. If you need to wait, we ask that you follow the COVID-19 safety protocols that continue to serve us well—wearing a mask and keeping six feet from anyone else who is waiting." Also, be sure to bring your Einstein I.D.

If the timing proves to be inconvenient, however, you also may see your primary care doctor or go to a participating pharmacy to get your flu shot.

Looking Back as We Move Forward

Last year, the COVID-19 virus was the central health concern. Getting the flu vaccine offered added protection, especially to those who were potentially vulnerable. And it still does.

As we combatted the novel coronavirus, statistics for cases of influenza dropped drastically throughout the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that a record number of influenza vaccine doses were distributed in the U.S. during 2020-2021, which the CDC suggests contributed to the reduced quantity of cases. They noted that safety measures in place for COVID-19, such as wearing masks, staying home with symptoms, hand washing, physical distancing, reduced travel, and school closures, also were helpful to preventing the spread of germs that often occurs at this time of year.

As we continue our efforts, we can take comfort in knowing that the influenza vaccine can add an additional wallop to the protection afforded by the COVID-19 vaccines now available and which nearly 97% of our campus community has received. If you still need to schedule your first or second COVID-19 vaccination, visit the Getting Vaccinated section of our COVID-19 site, where you also can find information on who is eligible for the booster shot currently available.

Posted on: Thursday, October 07, 2021

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