Knoxville Hospital and Clinics want to remind students of ways they can stay healthy during the upcoming flu season. 

Knoxville Hospital and Clinics encourage all students to get the yearly flu vaccine this year, as it is the most effective way to prevent the flu. 

Dr. Jared Rietveld explains that on a good year the flu vaccine can be up to 80% effective. He mentioned that even if you still do get the flu after taking the vaccine, you’re going to have an easier recovery course.

“Even if you get the flu vaccine and happen to still get the flu you’re going to have a shorter, less severe course and much less likely to get in the hospital, so vaccines are important.”

Healthy lifestyle choices are another way to help prevent the flu.