Influenza on the Rise – Don’t Forget Your Flu Shot!, Jan. 4

News release Coos Health & Wellness.  Influenza on the rise! Influenza can cause serious complications, hospitalization, and death. Take the following steps to help protect yourself and others from influenza: • Get your flu shot now! • Wash your hands frequently; • Avoid close contact with sick people; • Cover your cough or sneeze; • Avoid touching your mouth, nose, and eyes to prevent spread of germs; • Frequently clean and disinfect any objects or surfaces that may have been in contact with flu germs.  Flu shots are available at Coos Health & Wellness 1975 McPherson Ave in North Bend, 541-751-2400. Everyone six months and older should get a flu shot! The flu vaccine protects against 4 types of flu virus. For those with no insurance, cash discounted price is $35 per dose. We can also bill Oregon Health Plan (WOAH and Trillium), Medicare, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Pacific Source, Lifewise, Providence, MODA/ODS and United Healthcare. Please bring your insurance card. Appointments quickly available.