All Massachusetts Students Required To Get Flu Shot

Author Tampa Bay's Morning Krewe

August 20th, 2020 6:38 AM

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.

Tampa Lights Up In Blue To Thank First Responders And Health Care Workers

• 1219276911

  Share

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  TAMPA, FL - APRIL 16: Downtown Tampa is lit up in blue lights on April 16, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  TAMPA, FL - APRIL 16: Downtown Tampa is lit up in blue lights on April 16, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  TAMPA, FL - APRIL 16: Downtown Tampa is lit up in blue lights on April 16, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  TAMPA, FL - APRIL 16: Downtown Tampa is lit up in blue lights on April 16, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  TAMPA, FL - APRIL 16: Downtown Tampa is lit up in blue lights on April 16, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - APRIL 16: The Main Street Bridge is lit blue on April 16, 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  DETROIT, MICHIGAN - APRIL 16: Aerial view of Detroit on April 16, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  BURBANK, CA - APRIL 16: The Warner Brothers water tower is lit up in blue on April 16, 2020 in Burbank, California, United States. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 16: A view of Rockefeller Center lit in blue on April 16, 2020 in New York City. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  NEW YORK, - APRIL 16: A view of Pier 17 on April 16, 2020 in Various Cities, United States. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  NEWARK, NJ - APRIL 16: A view of City Hall illuminated in blue on April 16, 2020 in Newark, New Jersey. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  LOS ANGELES, - APRIL 16: A view of LA Live illuminated in blue on April 16, 2020 in Los Angeles, United States. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  LOS ANGELES, - APRIL 16: A view of the Los Angeles Wilshire Grand Center illuminated in blue on April 16, 2020 in Los Angeles, United States. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 16: The Union Station is lit up in blue on April 16, 2020 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 16: Los Angeles City Hall is lit up in blue on April 16, 2020 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

• Across U.S., Stadiums, Landmarks Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 09: A building on the Country Club Plaza is lit up in blue lights on April 09, 2020 in Kansas City, Missouri. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

• Landmarks And Stadiums Across The Country Illuminated In Blue To Honor Essential Workers

  Share

  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - APRIL 16: The Zakim Bridge is lit in blue on April 16, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts. Landmarks and buildings across the nation are displaying blue lights to show support for health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

More of Launa’s stories from this week…

Get The QYK Country Connections Newsletter

Enjoy the latest Country music & entertainment news, Tampa/St. Pete happenings, plus exclusive contests, games, and more.

Email *

Subscribe

By clicking "Subscribe" I agree to the website's terms of Service and Privacy Policy. I understand I can unsubscribe at any time.

Author Tampa Bay's Morning Krewe

Category:

• Launa

Tags:

COVID-19,Flu Vaccine,Massachusetts