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HEALTHY LIVING
IT’S FLU
Season
AlphaCare Urgent Care is conveniently located at the corner of Cedar Lake and Popps Ferry Roads in Biloxi. With extended hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week, we are here when you need us most. Our experienced providers administer a wide range of medical services, including general illness care, laceration repair, fracture care, IV uids and medications, in-house labs and on-site X-ray. We accept all major insurers and also o er AlphaCare’s OneRate plan. OneRate means that you only pay $125 for your visit, including all X-rays, labs, and other services you receive. So come visit AlphaCare Urgent Care, and see for yourself how we are changing the way health care is delivered on the Gulf Coast!
George Loukatos, M.D.
Q: How can I avoid getting the flu?
A: The best prevention is to get immunized with the flu shot. While immunization doesn’t guarantee that you won’t catch the flu, your symptoms will not be as severe and won’t last as long
if you do. You should also avoid contact with those known to be sick and practice good hand washing.
Q: Can I get the flu from the flu shot?
A: Absolutely not. The flu vaccine does not contain the flu virus. A small percentage of people may develop a low-grade fever and aches as their body builds up an immune response, but this will only last a day or two.
ALPHA CARE
Q&A
with Dr. Loukatos
Q: Who is at risk to get the flu?
A: Everyone. Unless you live in a bubble, you’re at risk to catch the flu during flu season. That being said, those at highest risk for contracting the virus are health care workers, students, teachers, children in daycare, anyone working in closed quarters, and those with weak immune systems, such as the elderly, infants, and the chronically ill.
921 Cedar Lake Rd., Ste. E, Biloxi 228.396.3945
1113 Bienville Blvd, Ocean Springs 228.300.5945 www.alphacareurgentcare.com
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