Today the New Mexico Department of Health announced the first flu case of the season. It is a 60-year-old man from Bernalillo County. Last year, the first case of flu was reported in November. “With the first flu case reported, I want to remind New Mexicans about the importance of getting a flu vaccine,” said Department of Health Cabinet Secretary Retta Ward. “It’s hard to predict how severe this flu season will be, but the flu vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and loved ones from flu.” Secretary Ward encourages New Mexicans with insurance to contact their doctors or pharmacies about getting a flu vaccine. The New Mexico Department of Health offers vaccinations for people without insurance or who are otherwise not able to get immunized. Those with Medicaid or other insurance who come to Public Health Offices are asked to present their insurance card.
Posted on: Tue, 17 Sep 2013 17:43:48 +0000