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Hmmmm…..Does the government have the right to force people to get vaccinated? Do you usually get a flu shot? Well, this is interesting.  Saw this story on the local Boston…

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Well, this is interesting.  Saw this story on the local Boston TV station.

With flu season on the way, the Massachusetts Department of Health has decided it doesn't want to risk a "twindemic" -- so it's issued an order that requires every student in the state to get a flu shot.

They say:  "Every year, thousands of people of all ages are affected by influenza, leading to many hospitalizations and deaths and it is more important now than ever to get a flu vaccine because flu symptoms are very similar to those of COVID-19, and preventing the flu will save lives and preserve healthcare resources."

Home-schooled children and those who object to vaccinations for religious reasons are exempt from the order. All others are required to be vaccinated by December 31st.

I'm sure there are many of you who do not agree with this, I'm not really sure where I stand, we live in different times right now.  What about the Coronavirus vaccination?  What if they said every person HAS to get it.  Would you be upset with those that didn't and cause the virus to continue to spread?

Personally, I have not had a flu shot in years.  I can't remember the last time I got one, and I have gotten the flu, every year.

I believe people should have a choice in this...so, definitely going to be a huge discussion if this happens in Florida.


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Launa is part of Tampa Bay's Hometown Morning Krewe on 99.5 WQYK. She has been with the station for 7 years and joined J.R. and Kevin on the morning show 4 years ago. Since then, they have been nominated for not only a CMA but also an ACM. Launa has been in radio for the past 28 years and in the Tampa Bay market for 22 of those years. While working in radio, Launa has also served as an entertainment reporter on a local TV show and has hosted many charity events in the community. Using her popularity from QYK, Launa loves to help raise money for shelter animals and has been a volunteer at local shelters for years. Launa loves the community and writes articles on local news, entertainment, and events and highlights people who are shining in Tampa Bay that she knows others like her would also be interested in reading.