3 staying well Fight the flu this season Influenza, called the flu, is an infection of the nose, throat, and lungs caused by a virus. It can cause fever, aches, cough, hospitalization, and sometimes death. Every flu season is different; the viruses are constantly changing. The vaccines are updated annually according to the most common virus. It is recommended for everyone age 6 months or older. The flu vaccine is not 100% effective and people may still get sick, but it can lower the chances of having complications from the flu. It is recommended to get the flu vaccine before flu season, in September and October. Children ages 6 months to 6 years old should get their shot at their doctor’s office. Members ages 7 to 99 years old can get their shot at their doctor’s office or at any participating in-network pharmacy. Please remember, the flu shot can save your life. Contact your doctor to schedule an appointment. Meet our Health Equity team El Paso Health has a Health Equity Unit that can help members with situations related to non-medical drivers of health. Our coordinators live and work in El Paso, and they can assist you in finding help and resources for the following: ■Housing ■Utilities ■Food pantries ■Education Health Equity Supervisor Gabriela Mendoza and Health Equity coordinators Monica Leal, Ofelia Payne, and Christian Carbajal The Health Equity coordinators are here to help you. Please contact us for more info at 915-532-3778.
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