The flu season in Georgia starts in early October. The CDC estimates 5-20% of Americans get the flu, and more than 200,000 people are hospitalized yearly from flu-related health complications. Your annual flu vaccine is the best way to avoid the flu, side effects, and potentially severe complications. 

After getting the vaccine, your body takes about two weeks to develop the antibodies needed to protect against the flu. Due to this, it’s best to get vaccinated sometime in September. Remember, while early vaccination is ideal, some protection is still better than none if you vaccinate late.

Flu vaccines are designed to protect against the three influenza viruses expected to circulate most widely during the upcoming season. Protection from the flu vaccine can vary, depending on age and health; however, some protection is better than no protection. For those who are vaccinated and get the flu, the immunity built by the vaccine helps to reduce potentially severe complications and symptoms. 

Fight the Flu Before it Gets to You! Stop by one of our health centers to get vaccinated today.

We accept walk-ins if staff can accommodate you, or you can call 770.904.3717 to schedule an appointment for your flu vaccine today!