The Flu Shot

I'm completely phobic about needles, but even I mustered the courage to get the flu shot. It's because it's important. Contrary to popular belief, the flu shot doesn't give you the flu. The flu shot defends you against the most common strain of the flu, but there are some others that you are still suseptible to them.

The point is that when you live in a dorm, germs spread... and they spread quickly. You're sharing a bathroom, and living incredibly close to everybody around you. Doors don't stop germs.

Drake offers its students and faculty flu shots for only twenty dollars and they give them rigth in Olmstead so you have no real excuses not to get it.

But, be warned... getting the flu shot alone is not enough to prevent the spread of germs.

Especially now that it's colder, constant hand washing is a must. Plus, it wouldn't be a bad idea to use Lysol or other disinfectant spray around your room once a week. Make sure to get both sides of the door knob, too.

You should also rub down any areas that you eat off of, and your computer which is probably the hottest spot for germs.

And, don't forget to change your sheets and wash them in hot water. Especially after you're sick.

All of these things combined will keep you healthy this flu season... but you have to get the shot.