The peak of influenza season usually occurs between December and February, so taking extra steps to stay healthy matters now more than ever for both yourself and those within your home.
Over forty million people reported flu cases with many symptoms, including fevers, nasal congestion, and head and muscle aches. While most are mild, the severe effects can be dangerous, especially for younger and older family members.
Navigating this upcoming flu season requires families to notice symptoms early and take practical preventative actions that give their bodies everything they need to move past the virus when it appears.
If you want advice on how best to protect your health from the pesky flu this season, contact us now to get started or speak with your local Community Pharmacy team member.
Consider a Flu Vaccination Shot
The body does all it can to fight infections, bacteria, and viruses, but sometimes it requires extra support to win the battle.
An annual flu vaccination is one of the most tried and true methods to give yourself that extra edge. This targets the most common strains of the flu to reduce the risk of catching the flu and, for those who still do, less severe symptoms. Recommended for everyone over six months of age with few exceptions, it’s an easy, practical step to offset the most harmful risks and effects of the influenza virus.
If you would like to schedule an appointment for your flu shot, meet with us today, and we can start bolstering your body’s defense system immediately.
Add Supplements That Help Fend Off the Flu
Beyond your standard flu shots, there are other practices you can implement to help your family stay healthy this holiday season and beyond.
Supplements are another safe and beneficial boost to help fight the flu or recover from its effects. We recommend adding the following to your daily vitamin intake routine for the winter months to come:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Zinc
- Probiotics
- Ginseng
- Omega-3 fatty acids (commonly found in fish oil)
- Nac (N-Acetyl Cysteine)
We have a wide selection of high quality supplements available at the pharmacy that combine many of these vitamins to provide broad coverage and support immune health. Orthomune by Orthomolecular is a supplement we highly recommend.
Along with a healthy diet, you can’t underestimate the impact of lifestyle choices. Getting enough sleep every night is key, as this is when our body rests, repairs, and fights off viral infections like the flu. Keeping your home environment clean and free of potential irritants can also lower the risk of your family encountering the flu by helping keep nasal passages clear.
Keeping Your Family Free of the Flu
Nothing spoils a family getting together more than a quickly spreading case of the flu. Fortunately, the flu vaccination can stop the flu in its tracks. With immune-boosting supplements working in tandem, you and your family can overcome the negative symptoms quickly and completely.
If you have concerns about how best to prepare your family for the flu season or want specific recommendations on preventative actions, don’t hesitate to contact us today.
Keeping our community healthy, safe, and ready to enjoy winter from the holiday season beyond is what we do, and we’re happy to do so.
