Fall is in full swing, and while we enjoy cooler weather, comfort food, and look forward to Halloween, this season is also a crucial time to build on preventive health for the rest of the year. Between preparing for flu season, staying up to date on annual physicals, and making the most of the remaining months of 2025, the onsite clinic has you and your loved ones covered.
Tip 1: Be a Flu Fighter
When the worst of the winter cold and flu season arrives, don’t be caught unprepared. Simple steps taken in the fall can go a long way in keeping you and your family healthy when germs seem to spread everywhere.
One of the most effective preventive tools is the flu vaccine. Some onsite clinics offers flu shots beginning in early fall to help boost immunity and protect against severe illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that the 2024–2025 flu vaccine reduced the risk of flu illness by 56% compared to those who did not receive it.
Even in cases where people who were vaccinated still became ill, the vaccine reduced the severity of symptoms and lowered the risk of hospitalization and serious complications. For those with chronic conditions, the benefits are even more important, as the flu can worsen underlying health issues. If your onsite clinic does not carry flu vaccines, the medical team there can help you find a nearby location that does.
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Tip 2: Stay Current on Screenings
Fall is also a great time to schedule any health screenings you may have missed earlier in the year. Annual physicals, blood pressure checks, cholesterol testing, and diabetes screenings are simple but powerful tools for identifying risks early. Routine screenings help detect conditions before they become more serious, improving outcomes and often making treatment simpler and more effective.
By taking care of these essentials now, you can head into the holiday season feeling confident that you are staying on track with your health goals.
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Tip 3: Get Moving
Beyond vaccines and screenings, the fall months provide a natural opportunity to refocus on whole-person wellness. Shorter days and cooler weather can sometimes reduce physical activity, so finding enjoyable ways to move, whether through indoor workouts or fall walks, can help maintain both physical and mental health. Nutrition also plays a role in immunity, so balancing seasonal comfort foods with nutrient-rich meals supports your body during the months when viruses are most active.
The onsite clinic team is here to help guide you through these preventive steps. By planning ahead this fall, you can build resilience, protect your health, and set yourself up for a stronger, healthier winter season.
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References:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2025a, February 7). CDC seasonal flu vaccine effectiveness studies. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/flu-vaccines-work/php/effectiveness-studies/index.html
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2025b, February 12). People at increased risk for flu complications. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/flu/highrisk/index.htm
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. (n.d.). The nutrition source: Nutrition and Immunity. https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/nutrition-and-immunity/
