Influenza (“flu”) is a contagious disease, caused by the influenza virus, which can be spread by coughing, sneezing, or nasal secretions. On average, 226,000 people are hospitalized every year because of influenza and 36,000 die – mostly elderly (Source: CDC).
The Influenza vaccine prevents influenza hence a Flu Vaccination drive was organized by BAPS Charities in Clifton, NJ on October 16, 2016 benefitting 104 participants.
