Influenza (“flu”) ia 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 Vaccine drive was organized by BAPS Charities in Raleigh, NC on November 16th, 2014 benefitting 35 participants.
