As “Early Flu Season for 2014” warnings start to ring out in news reports we start to become even more aware of hand hygiene and the newest proper sneezing technique. As a Physiotherapist working in a medical building (Palermo Professional Centre), as well as with some higher risk individuals, I am choosing to get a flu shot. Getting a flu shot is a lot easier to do these days with Family Doctors, Walk-In Clinics and Pharmacies all stocking and providing flu shots. It’s recommended by the Centre for Disease Control (CDC) that if you work with high risk populations or interact with someone who is considered high risk. The CDC has an information sheet regarding the flu for the 2014 season. Click here to find the CDC’s recommendations for proper handwashing techniques. This can help protect you from illness as well as stop the spread of germs.
Many people have concerns regarding the perceived risks is getting a flu shot. It is important to discuss the risks and benefits for your particular case with your family doctor. Having a family doctor following your health is beneficial as they know your own personal history as well as your family health history more intimately when they work with you to provide a treatment plan for your health. Some family doctors accepting new patients in Oakville’s Palermo Professional Centre include Dr. Arumagam and the Palermo Medical Centre and Walk-In Clinic, Dr. Ibrahim, Dr. Surbey, Dr. Dhillon and some physicians from the West Oak Medical Clinic. These are some of the family doctors accepting new patients in the Oakville area, only a short drive from Milton and Burlington. We have been getting some phone calls asking for the contact information for these family doctors in the building- you can find them below:
- Palermo Medical Centre and Walk-In Clinic {Dr. Arumagam & Dr Dhanoa}- (289) 837-0222
- Dr. Adel Ibrahim Suite 450- accepting new and complicated cases – (905)469-7444
- Dr. Dhillon – Suite 270 – accepting new patients (289)837-1116
- Dr. Surbey – Suite 350 – (905) 847-1133
- West Oak Medical Clinic