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Stay Ahead of Flu Season: Why You Need the Flu Shot

Flu Jab

As the temperatures drop and the leaves change color, we all know that flu season is just around the corner. While the changing seasons bring a sense of coziness, they also bring an increased risk of falling victim to the flu.

Let’s discuss why getting a flu shot is crucial, how it can help, and how you can take action to protect yourself and your community by booking a flu shot or a flu clinic with our trusted pharmacy partner, T&F Pharmacies.

The Importance of the Flu Shot

Preventing Illness

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that can lead to a range of symptoms, from mild discomfort to severe complications. By getting a flu shot, you significantly reduce your chances of contracting the virus. It's a simple yet powerful step to keep yourself healthy during flu season.

Protecting Others

Getting vaccinated isn't just about your own health; it's also about protecting those around you. Some people, such as young children, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems, are more vulnerable to severe flu-related complications. By getting vaccinated, you contribute to the overall immunity of your community and help safeguard those who are most at risk.

How the Flu Shot Works

The flu shot contains inactive flu viruses that stimulate your immune system without causing illness. When you receive the vaccine, your body produces antibodies against these viruses. If you're exposed to the flu later on, your immune system is already prepared to fight off the infection. This means a milder illness, fewer complications, and a faster recovery if you do get sick.

Booking Your Flu Shot or Flu Clinic

T&F Pharmacies are committed to helping you stay healthy and flu-free this season. Here's how you can take action:

Individual Flu Shots

They offer convenient individual flu shots at all of their pharmacy locations. Simply schedule an appointment or drop by during their flu shot clinic hours. Their healthcare professionals will administer the vaccine safely and answer any questions you may have. More information can be found on their website www.tfpharmacies.com.

Company Flu Clinics

If you're a business owner or manager, consider organizing a flu clinic for your employees. This proactive step can help keep your workforce healthy and productive during flu season. Contact the T&F Pharmacies team to arrange a flu clinic at your company location, and their team will make it a seamless and efficient process.


Don't let the flu catch you off guard this season. Protect yourself and those around you by getting a flu shot. It's a small but significant way to stay healthy and help build immunity in your community. Whether you're an individual looking for a quick vaccination or a company interested in organizing a flu clinic, T&F Pharmacies is here to support you. Book your flu shot or flu clinic with them today, and let's make this flu season a safer and healthier one for everyone.

Visit www.tfpharmacies.com for more information and to chat to a trusted member of their team.

Tom Willemann

Tom Willemann

Tom Willemann is a premier physical therapist based out of Bergen County, New Jersey. He holds an MS in physical therapy from the University of Miami, is credentialed in the world-renowned McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), and holds an OCS (Orthopedic Clinical Specialist) certification. As of 2018, there are approximately 14,000 ABPTS certified specialists in the nation and less than 400 of them are located in the state of New Jersey. Tom is the owner and director of Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation in Paramus. He opened the clinic, which specializes in spine and sports injury prevention, in 2004 after many years of experience in the field. Tom’s caring interest in others and his strong belief in continuity of care, combined with his clinic’s ability to find solutions for the most difficult orthopedic problems, have earned Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation its excellent reputation with patients and medical professionals in northeastern New Jersey and beyond. A true “family man,” Tom takes pride in his clinic’s warm and welcoming environment.
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