Tucson Mayor Regina Romero, City Council Member Richard Fimbres, and City Manager Michael Ortega gathered last week at the Theresa Lee Public Health Center to get their flu shots. The seasonal flu, combined with the COVID-19 pandemic, could lead to a “twindemic,” and City leaders are recommending residents schedule their free flu shots. Watch the […]

For Uninsured Women During October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month   Tucson, Arizona – El Rio Health will be offering free Mammogram Screenings for uninsured women in the month of October at three of their health centers. To qualify, the patient must be uninsured, over 40 years old with no current breast problems (no pain, discharge, lump, etc.) and must not have had

The CDC, recommends Children should also be vaccinated with the Flu shot before the end of October starting as early as 6 months of age. Influenza viruses evolve so quickly that it is recommended to get a flu shot every year. The CDC does confirm that the Flu shot does not protect against COVID-19 but […]