First Choice by Select Health helps South Carolinians prepare for winter
November 12, 2024
“Warming Up for Winter” Offers Cold Weather Clothing, Flu Shots and More
The leaves are changing colors, and another log is being thrown on the fire. It’s time for “Warming Up for Winter.” Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan is giving away clothing at no cost to attendees while supplies last to prepare South Carolinians for the cooler weather.
“Warming Up for Winter” events feature light refreshments for attendees and fun activities for children. In addition, Walgreens is providing flu shots for adults 18 years and older with photo ID and valid health insurance cards. Select Health will share details on additional member benefits. Community organizations will be there to provide helpful resources.
Select Health’s bilingual staff will assist Spanish-speaking families, and interpretation services will be available.
When
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024
5 – 7 p.m.
Where
Orangeburg Library
1645 Russell St.
Orangeburg, SC 29115
Why
Select Health’s aims to protect area residents from the cold and the flu. A great way to stay warm is by wearing winter clothing donated by local companies and houses of worship and the best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that everyone six months and older get vaccinated against the flu. Vaccination to prevent the flu is particularly important for people at increased risk of complications, including young children, adults aged 50 years and older, pregnant women and people with certain chronic medical conditions.
About First Choice by Select Health of South Carolina
Select Health of South Carolina, part of the AmeriHealth Caritas Family of Companies, contracts with the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) to offer First Choice, the state’s oldest and largest Medicaid managed care health plan, in all 46 counties statewide. For more information about First Choice by Select Health, visit www.selecthealthofsc.com.
