AT HOME WITH SANFORD Q. I'm 73 years old and I'm planning on getting the flu vaccine this year. My children said that it's best to get vaccinated before the end of October because flu activity starts as early as October. I learned that it takes about 2 weeks for the protective flu antibodies to |develop in the body. Can you explain some of the benefits of the flu vaccine? Shelley Krueger Registered Nurse Manager A. Yes, I sure can. Listed below are the top 5 reasons why a flu vaccine for seniors is essential: 1. Seniors and caregivers are at higher risk for flu due to weaker immune systems 2. Flu is a serious health risk for seniors 3. Getting the flu vaccine reduces flu risk and severity 4. The flu vaccine is free under Medicare. 5. Protects against deadly flu complications Interested in learning more? To receive brochures on WoodsEdge Senior Living Campus or to schedule a visit contact: (218) 333 6211. Also, to acquire more information about our Lakeside Campus which includes Baker Park - HUD Housing call: (218) 751-7249 Sanford Health WoodsEdge Senior Living Campus 1000 Anne Street NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 (218) 333-6211 www.sanfordhealth.org It's about care. It's about family We're here for you SANF RD HEALTH WoodsEdge AT HOME WITH SANFORD Q. I'm 73 years old and I'm planning on getting the flu vaccine this year. My children said that it's best to get vaccinated before the end of October because flu activity starts as early as October. I learned that it takes about 2 weeks for the protective flu antibodies to |develop in the body. Can you explain some of the benefits of the flu vaccine? Shelley Krueger Registered Nurse Manager A. Yes, I sure can. Listed below are the top 5 reasons why a flu vaccine for seniors is essential: 1. Seniors and caregivers are at higher risk for flu due to weaker immune systems 2. Flu is a serious health risk for seniors 3. Getting the flu vaccine reduces flu risk and severity 4. The flu vaccine is free under Medicare. 5. Protects against deadly flu complications Interested in learning more? To receive brochures on WoodsEdge Senior Living Campus or to schedule a visit contact: (218) 333 6211. Also, to acquire more information about our Lakeside Campus which includes Baker Park - HUD Housing call: (218) 751-7249 Sanford Health WoodsEdge Senior Living Campus 1000 Anne Street NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 (218) 333-6211 www.sanfordhealth.org It's about care. It's about family We're here for you SANF RD HEALTH WoodsEdge