Flu shots and other vaccinations

That time of year again

Flu season is coming, which means the best time for your annual flu shot is now. The vaccine will protect not only you, but everyone you meet with, including those whose immune systems might not be as strong as yours. Pregnant women should make a particular point of getting the vaccine. They should ask for the shot, not than the intranasal vaccine.

The vaccine is safe and can be taken quickly. Even if it does not prevent the flu, it can lessen the symptoms of it, reducing your misery and letting you go back to work as soon as possible.

You can get a flu shot at many pharmacies, but there are other vaccinations you may need, or that you may need booster shots for. For these, you will want to go to a primary care facility.

Vaccines you may need booster shots for include the MMR vaccine and the DTap vaccine. These will ensure that you cannot contract these diseases or spread them to others. Varicella, or chickenpox, is another recommended booster shot. If you plan on traveling abroad, some countries require you to be vaccinated against yellow fever and meningitis. Hepatitis A and typhoid shots are also recommended. Check the website of the CDC for a list of recommended vaccinations.

Best place for vaccinations in Germantown, MD

All these vaccinations can be had at Germantown Primary Care Associates, serving patients in Montgomery County, Germantown, Gaithersburg and Hyattstown. The Chief Medical Officer is Dr. Manbir Takhar. Bring your insurance card, a valid photo ID, a list of any medications you are taking and any other medical information you might want to have. Make an appointment today.