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Today, the world is engaged in a battle against COVID-19, for which no vaccine is currently available. As a physician assistant (PA) student at King&rsquo;s College, I am deeply committed to helping my patients through this difficult time.
				Aside from the threat of the coronavirus itself, one of my concerns for my patients&rsquo; health is the possibility that many will forgo routine health checks or other preventative care because they are avoiding visits into medial settings.
				When it comes to vaccinations, I am especially concerned. This year, as the flu season overlaps with COVID-19, the usual methods for delivering the flu vaccine will be disrupted. In previous flu seasons, there were many convenient opportunities for the public to obtain flu shots &#8211; such as at a pharmacy offering quick and easy walk-up flu shots or during a wellness visit with a primary care provider. But now, everyday routines and behaviors have changed, and getting flu shots may take a little more planning and effort.
				I urge parents and all patients to make vaccinations a priority. It may be less convenient, but it has never been more important. Our healthcare system cannot afford a vaccine-preventable disease outbreak, or a worse-than-usual flu season.
				Tina Fumo
				King&rsquo;s College Physician Assistant Class of 2022
				Lester Saidman Student Society President
				tinafumo@kings.edu

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