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Follow on Google News | American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest Offers 35,000 FREE Walgreens Flu Shot VouchersNew report shows adults 65 and over are not getting vaccinated, especially African Americans & Hispanics
By: American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest “We’re proud to do our part to stop the spread of influenza and are offering these vouchers to anyone who needs them,” says Harold Wimmer, President & CEO of the American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest. “It’ Influenza is responsible for an average of 226,000 hospitalizations and 36,000 deaths annually. Nearly 90 percent of deaths occur among people 65-years of age and older and studies show that the flu shot can be up to 70 percent effective in preventing hospitalizations for both influenza and pneumonia. Many older adults are not getting vaccinated due to missed opportunities. Some patients don’t ask to get vaccinated, and some doctors don’t even recommend it during a well or sick visit. Vouchers can be obtained both online and over the phone at the Lung Association’ *Please note: Unless the Walgreens store has a Take Care Clinic within it, the minimum age for the immunization shot is 18 years of age. At Take Care Clinics, nurses administer the shots and the minimum age is two. About The American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest The American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest is offering 35,000 free flu vaccines valued at $30, for a total of $1,050,000 worth of health protection. # # # The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health & preventing lung disease. Through research, education & advocacy, the American Lung Association is “Fighting for Air”. End
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