What You Should Know: Get Vaccinated This Fall

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The fall and winter are a time when viruses that cause respiratory disease frequently circulate more in the community. Take steps to protect your respiratory health from the Flu, COVID-19, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) by keeping up to date on your vaccinations.

Flu Vaccine Quick Facts:
• Everyone 6 months and older, with rare exception, should get the flu vaccine every year.
• You should get your flu vaccine no later than the end of October.
• Best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against the flu and serious illness.
• Available at pharmacies, healthcare provider(s) or local health department
• Everyone can find a local appointment at vaccines.gov

2023-2024 COVID-19 Vaccine Quick Facts:
• Everyone 6 months and older should get the updated vaccine if it has been at least 2 months since your most recent vaccine.
• Targets the most common circulating variants for this fall/winter season.
• Best way to protect yourself and loves ones against severe COVID-19 illness.
• Available at pharmacies, healthcare providers(s) or local health department.
• Everyone can find a local appointment at vaccines.gov or call 1-877-VAX-IN-VA (877-929-4682).

Every household can again place an order to receive four more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered to your home. Order today!

RSV Quick Facts:

RSV Vaccine for Older Adults
• Adults 60 years of age and older may receive a vaccine.
• Talk to your healthcare provider to see if vaccination is right for you.
• Protects against severe disease by over 80%.

Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to learn more about the newly recommended RSV vaccine for pregnant people and RSV immunization for infants. For more information, consult your healthcare provider.

Prince William Health District Community Outreach Events

• Friday September 29th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Woodbridge Global Welcome Center, 15111 Blackburn Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191
• PWHD is attending to provide information on Health District services and resources.

• Saturday September 30th from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Manassas Park Latino Fest, Costello Park, 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, VA 20111
• PWHD is attending to provide information on Health District services and resources.

PWHD Update Information Posted Monday and Friday: