Where to Get a Flu Shot in Gresham

GRESHAM, OR- There are more ways than one to prevent the onset of the flu. The easiest way to avoid getting the virus is to get the immunization shot. The best way to prevent the virus is to get the vaccination. There are several ways to prevent the flu, and some important information about the disease to remember when trying to avoid contracting the virus. Drinking plenty of orange juice and taking a daily multi vitamin are both good daily preventative measures that will help keep you healthy in the flux of flu season.

The flu shot does not actually give you the flu. The nasal spray is not nearly as effective as the shot itself. Some of the best ways to prevent the flu are general common sense health practices. Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep, drink plenty of water, and eat a healthy, balanced diet. It's also important to remember that the severity of the virus varies, depending on the season, so this years flu might be less severe than previous years.
Are you taking your health seriously this year? Patch wants you to stay healthy, too. Check out these 10 tips to prevent the flu on Patch.

Below are a list of 5 places you can get a flu shot in Gresham.

• Walgreens ($32, walk ins welcome) 1950 NE Burnside Road Gresham, OR 97030
• Rite Aid ($33, walk ins welcome) 1555 NE Division St, Gresham, OR 97030
• Walmart Pharmacy ($30, walk ins welcome) 3900 W Powell Blvd, Gresham, OR 97030
• Assured Pharmacy ($31, walk ins welcome) 831 NW Council Dr Ste 115, Gresham, OR 97030
• Gresham Professional Pharmacy ($35) 24076 SE Stark Street Gresham, OR 97030

Ryan from the Oregon Department of Public Health, shared a few tips with Patch about how to avoid the flu this year. "Obviously the shot is one of the best things you can do, get plenty of sleep, washing your hands, making sure you eat a balanced diet. Flu season is kind of like...it's everywhere."

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