Diabetics need to get flu shot, officials say
 

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) says persons with diabetes are three times more likely to die from complications resulting from influenza and pneumonia.



About 378,800 people in Oklahoma have diabetes. Failure to get flu and pneumococcal vaccinations could leave many diabetics at risk of life-threatening influenza or pneumonia infections.



Persons with diabetes should always contact their doctor before receiving flu shots or any other vaccine.



Persons who need a flu shot should contact their health care provider or local county health department.



The pneumococcal pneumonia shot is available from private health care providers and at local county health departments.



For information, contact your health care provider or the OSDH Diabetes Control and Prevention Program at (405) 271-4072.



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