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Pennsylvania Officials Urge Flu Vaccination Ahead of Season

10/24/2025

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Shapiro Promotes Vaccination

Pennsylvania officials encourage residents to stay updated on vaccinations as flu season nears.
Health Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen and Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys promoted vaccine access at See-Right Pharmacy in Harrisburg.
Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order to improve vaccine access and public trust, creating a vaccine safety net and central portal.
COVID-19 and flu vaccines are free for everyone over six months old, with updated COVID-19 vaccines available without a prescription.
Officials emphasize vaccination's importance for high-risk groups.

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LaSalle Urges Vaccination

MultiCare physician Gretchen LaSalle warns that flu vaccination takes two weeks to provide protection and urges Spokane residents to get shots now.
Flu cases are currently low, but officials expect an uptick between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Vaccination rates are low, with 13.6% of Washington residents and 10.8% in Spokane vaccinated.
LaSalle counters skepticism, explaining that mild side effects are normal and that vaccination helps those at higher risk of complications.

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Shapiro Promotes Vaccination

Pennsylvania officials encourage residents to stay updated on vaccinations as flu season nears.
Health Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen and Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys promoted vaccine access at See-Right Pharmacy in Harrisburg.
Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order to improve vaccine access and public trust, creating a vaccine safety net and central portal.
COVID-19 and flu vaccines are free for everyone over six months old, with updated COVID-19 vaccines available without a prescription.
Officials emphasize vaccination's importance for high-risk groups.

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