December 12, 2025 - Dunmore, PA
Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen and Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich visited Bucktown Center in Dunmore today to encourage Pennsylvanians to get their flu shot now to protect themselves and loved ones from severe flu illness as we approach the holidays. The body's immune system typically takes two weeks to build protective antibodies against the flu and other respiratory viruses, making this a great time to get the flu vaccine before holiday gatherings begin. "The holiday season is also respiratory virus season; as you attend social gatherings, we want you to share joy, not germs," said Dr. Bogen. "To protect yourself and your friends and family during the holidays from a serious case of the flu please get your flu vaccine. The flu vaccine reduces your risk of infection, hospitalization and death, and reduces your chance of spreading it to others. You can protect yourself and people in your community."List of Speakers:Marty Fotta, Bucktown Center COODr. Debra Bogen, Secretary of HealthJason Kavulich, Secretary of AgingCaroline Beohm, PA Insurance Department Policy DirectorM.J. Igoe, a resident of BucktownTom DePietro, Owner DePietro's Pharmacy
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