Get Protected Against Both Flu and COVID-19 Ahead of the Holiday Season

With seasonal flu activity increasing across the country, and LA County continuing to show possible signs of a winter COVID-19 surge, now is the best time to get protected against both illnesses. ?

Flu and COVID-19 are not the same virus, but both can cause severe illness and both have life-saving vaccines.??

CDC recommends flu shots for ages 6 months and older. Updated ?bivalent? boosters are approved for children 5 years and older. Children an receive a booster two months after any previous booster or primary vaccination.

Go to vaccinatelacounty.com or call 833-540-0473 between 8:00 am and 8:30 pm 7 days a week for assistance with appointments.

What to do if You Contract COVID-19

No one wants to get COVID-19, but sometimes it still happens despite your best efforts. The important thing is to have a plan and know what to do if you test positive. Treatments are now available that are proven to reduce the risk of hospitalization and death? and they?re free. If you test positive for COVID-19, have a plan and act quickly to get a free treatment. Learn more about COVID-19 therapeutics here.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has developed a wide array of documents, guidance documents, and resources for the workers, businesses, partners, and the general public on a variety of topics related to COVID-19, including:

• COVID-19 Vaccine Information and Community Resources
• Information for the Public
  • Masks
  • Travel
  • Reducing Risk
  • Public Settings
  • Sick?
  • Find a Test to Treat Site
  • Workers? Rights Pamphlet
  • Request an in-home vaccination appointment
• Best Practices for Businesses
  • Food and Beverage
  • Indoor Fitness
  • Large Events
  • Offices
  • Personal Care
• Request a Mobile Vaccination Clinic

It is recommended you follow @lapublichealth on?Facebook,?Twitter?or?Instagram?the latest updates about Los Angeles County.

Always check with trusted sources for the latest accurate information about novel coronavirus:

• Los Angeles County Department of Public Health?http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/
• California Department of Public Health?https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/ncov2019.aspx
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)?https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019- ncov/index.html?Spanish?https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index-sp.html
• World Health Organization?https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus
• LA County residents can also call 2-1-1