Philadelphia launches flu vaccine campaign ahead of holidays: "Your vaccine shows that you care"

Philadelphia health officials announced Monday that free seasonal vaccines are available at a variety of clinics around the city. There are some indications that this could be another nasty flu season, and that's why health officials are warning people to act now."Your vaccine shows that you care," Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Palak Raval-Nelson said. "That you love your community."Raval-Nelson is urging everyone to get the recommended seasonal vaccines. The city is launching its annual free vaccine campaign."Flu vaccines are safe and effective and are important to protect both you and your loved ones this winter season," Dr. Millen Gebreselassie, clinical director at Health Center 10 in Philadelphia, said.Health officials at Health Center 10 on Cottman Avenue stressed the importance of being vaccinated before holiday gatherings when respiratory viruses easily spread."If you get your flu shot and COVID vaccine now, you'll be protected for Thanksgiving and the rest of the holid