The FAMU College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health (CoPPS, IPH) has launched the "Call the Shots" campaign to urge faculty, staff, students and the community to get vaccinated for the flu this winter.
"Call the Shots provides an opportunity for individuals to protect themselves, their families and their communities," said President Larry Robinson. “COVID-19 is disrupting households, communities and businesses—even how we operate at Florida A&M University. This flu season can compound those issues. That’s why I am urging everyone to go out and get their flu shot.”
According to the CDC, the flu vaccine is crucial to helping reduce the strain on healthcare systems responding to the pandemic. All, are encouraged to get their flu vaccination because reducing your risk of getting the flu keeps your immune system, and particularly respiratory system, strong in case you contract COVID.