{"id":12049,"date":"2023-09-25T14:55:29","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T18:55:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/prince-william\/?p=12049"},"modified":"2025-04-16T12:30:52","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T16:30:52","slug":"what-you-should-know-get-vaccinated-this-fall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/prince-william\/what-you-should-know-get-vaccinated-this-fall\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Should Know: Get Vaccinated This Fall"},"content":{"rendered":"
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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.<\/span><\/p>\n

Flu Vaccine Quick Facts:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\n\u2022 Everyone 6 months and older, with rare exception, should get the flu vaccine every year.<\/span>
\n\u2022 You should get your flu vaccine no later than the end of October.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against the flu and serious illness.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Available at pharmacies, healthcare provider(s) or local health department<\/span>
\n\u2022 Everyone can find a local appointment at vaccines.gov<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

2023-2024 COVID-19 Vaccine Quick Facts:<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\n\u2022 Everyone 6 months and older should get the updated vaccine if it has been at least 2 months since your most recent vaccine.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Targets the most common circulating variants for this fall\/winter season.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Best way to protect yourself and loves ones against severe COVID-19 illness.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Available at pharmacies, healthcare providers(s) or local health department.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Everyone can find a local appointment at vaccines.gov<\/span> <\/a><\/strong>or call 1-877-VAX-IN-VA<\/a><\/span> (877-929-4682).<\/span><\/p>\n

Every household can again place an order to receive four more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered to your home. Order today!<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

RSV Quick Facts:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

RSV Vaccine for Older Adults<\/strong><\/em><\/span>
\n\u2022 Adults 60 years of age and older may receive a vaccine.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Talk to your healthcare provider to see if vaccination is right for you.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Protects against severe disease by over 80%.<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/span><\/a> to learn more about the newly recommended RSV vaccine for pregnant people<\/span><\/a> and RSV immunization for infants<\/span><\/a>. For more information, consult your healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n

Prince William Health District Community Outreach Events<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Friday September 29th from 9:00 a.m. \u2013 4:00 p.m.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Woodbridge Global Welcome Center<\/span><\/a>, 15111 Blackburn Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191<\/span>
\n\u2022 PWHD is attending to provide information on Health District services and resources.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Saturday September 30th from 10:00 a.m. \u2013 6:00 p.m.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Manassas Park Latino Fest<\/span><\/a>, Costello Park, 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, VA 20111<\/span>
\n\u2022 PWHD is attending to provide information on Health District services and resources.<\/span><\/p>\n

PWHD Update Information Posted Monday and Friday:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n