The best way to ensure all Federal employees take action to reduce the spread of influenza in the workplace, among our families, and in our communities is to encourage everyone to get the annual flu vaccine.  It can prevent influenza illness and reduce time lost from work and school, as well as preventing hospitalizations and deaths.  Vaccination is particularly important for people at high risk for serious flu complications, and their close contacts.

For more details and sample email messages for you to share with employees, read the Protecting Our Federal Workforce During the 2015-16 Flu Season memorandum.

Lastly, share the Federal Employee Health Benefits' Flu Shots for Feds flyer to promote vaccination within your agency!