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September 15th-October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month, with September 15th kicking off the independence days for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua with other Latin countries to follow over the 30-day celebration. This time is spent celebrating the history, journey, and achievements of numerous Latin American countries. Latinos continue to shape the United States in business, medicine, as activists, artists, public servants, and so much more! Visit the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Latino website to learn more [ Click Title for Full Article ]
The best way to protect yourself from the seasonal flu and potential complications is to get the flu shot every year. The flu shot can prevent you from getting sick in the first place, but it can also reduce the severity of illness in people who do still get sick.
Visit https://www.vaccines.gov/ to find a vaccine location near you. You may need to check with the location to ensure they have vaccine available.
Through the Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program, the influenza vaccine is available to uninsured and underinsured adults 19 years of age and older. Call us at 563-326-8618 to check eligibility and schedule an appointment!