COMMUNITY HEALTH CORNER With Chief Pharmacist, Ray Glaser at Thrifty White Pharmacy, 503 Third Avenue East in Alexandria. Auqust is National Immunigation Awareness Month August is a great time to be sure you and your family are current on all your vaccinations. Making sure your immunizations are current can help prevent serious illnesses such as flu, measles and pneumonia. It's important to know which shots you need and when it's best to get them. People of all ages need vaccines. With time, immunity from childhood vaccines can fade and you may be at risk for new and different diseases. With adulthood comes responsibility including the need to protect ourselves and our loved ones. The flu vaccine usually becomes available in mid to late August. By getting vaccinated early you can help prevent getting the flu throughout the entire flu season We offer several vaccines to help keep you healthy Seasonal influenza (flu) for all adults. Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough) for all adults who have not previously received the Tdap vaccine. Shingles NOW for adults 50 years and older. Pneumonia for adults 65 years and older and adults with specific health conditions And More! Talk with your Thrifty White Pharmacist about what vaccines you and your family need O Employee Owned PHARMACY 503 Third Ave. E Alexandria, MN 320-762-1531 Store Hours: Mon Fri: 9am 8pm Sat: 9am 4pm Sun: 10am 2pm 200 Central Ave. Osakis, MN 320-859-2161 Store Hours: Mon Fri: 9am -5:30pm Closed Saturday & Sunday BUY ONLINE nlineDrugstore www.onlinedrugstore.com