Community advocates like yourself are important to raising awareness about flu and the benefits of vaccination. This digital toolkit provides sample social media posts, graphics, hashtags and Lung Association handles to tag.
Tag the American Lung Association when you post by using the following handles:
- Facebook: @lungusa
- Twitter: @lungassociation
- Instagram: @lungassociation
Post 1:
(Use in October to February)
I just got my #flushot! A yearly flu shot helps protect yourself and your loved ones from serious flu illness. Flu vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months and older. Join me and #FightFlu by talking to your healthcare provider about flu vaccination. Learn more at Lung.org/prevent-flu.(Insert the Lung Association platform handle here)
Image: Picture of you showing your flu shot band-aid, or you can use this Canva template.
Post 2:
(Use in October to February)
In past flu seasons, 9 out of 10 adults hospitalized with the flu had at least one underlying medical condition. If you have an underlying medical condition like asthma, COPD or heart disease, you are at increased risk for severe flu illness. Flu vaccination is the best form of protection, schedule an appointment to help protect yourself and those around you this fall and winter virus season. Learn more at Lung.org/prevent-flu. (Insert the Lung Association platform handle here)
Post 3:
(Use in October to February)
Did you know that September and October are the best times to receive your flu shot? Staying up to date on recommended vaccines for respiratory viruses like the flu and COVID-19 helps protect you and your loved ones from serious illness. Talk to your healthcare provider to discuss what vaccines are recommended for you and learn more at Lung.org/prevent-flu. (Insert the Lung Association platform handle here)
Post 4:
(Use in October to February)
Did you know that you can receive both a flu vaccine and COVID-19 vaccine at the same visit to help prevent severe respiratory illness and hospitalization? Both vaccines are recommended for everyone 6 months and older. Talk to your healthcare provider about what vaccines you can check off your list this season. Learn more at Lung.org/prevent-flu. #FightFlu (Insert the Lung Association platform handle here)
Post 5:
(Use in October – February)
The flu is a serious respiratory illness that spreads easily from person to person. You can #FightFlu this year by taking preventive actions like washing your hands, covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue, and by receiving your annual flu shot – the best form of protection against serious illness. Learn more at Lung.org/prevent-flu. (Insert the Lung Association platform handle here)
Post 6:
(Use during the week of December 2 – 6)
Join the (Insert the Lung Association platform handle here) and #FightFlu this National Influenza Vaccination Awareness Week! It’s not too late to get your #flushot! Flu activity peaks in December and can continue to into Spring, which means that you can still #FightFlu this year. Speak with your healthcare provider about receiving your flu vaccination and learn more at Lung.org/prevent-flu.
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Page last updated: October 30, 2024
