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Gardner-White Room Full of Furniture Contest

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Visit any of the 7 Gardner-White Furniture locations and enter for a chance to win a 50-inch High-Def TV, a room FULL of furniture, PLUS two tickets to see a taping of The Oprah Winfrey Show, courtesy of Gardner-White Furniture.

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Help Save Lives-Join WDIV , Gardner-White and the Red Cross and GIve Blood

Gardner White, WDIV To Host Red Cross Blood Drive

POSTED: Friday, January 15, 2010

UPDATED: 1:04 pm EST January 15, 2010

Gardner White and WDIV are coming together to help urge people to donate blood.

The next blood drive is Thursday, Jan. 28 from 2-8 p.m at the Waterford, Warren, Canton and Macomb Township Gardner White Furniture stores.

If you are interested call 800-RedCross or www.RedCrossBlood.org.

The Detroit Pistons are also offering a special deal for anyone who donates blood.

If you buy one discounted ticket get one free for any individuals who come to donate during the month of January.

Gardner-White and the Visiting Nurse Association Sponsor Flu Shot Clinic

 We are sponsoring a flu shot clinic at every Gardner-White store on October 30th from 1-3 PM.  The Visiting Nurse Association is administering the shots.

 

Below is an article published on web md that has more information about flu shots

 

 Members of the public are invited to attend the clinic.  The cost per shot for  is $25.  The following insurances will be accepted :  BCN, Priority Health, HealthPlus of Michigan, Medicare  Part B. VNA also accepts checks or cash.

 

 Shots will be administered on a first come first served basis. Please check with your own doctor to determine if a flue shot is appropriate for you.

Flu Shot: Influenza Vaccine and Side Effects

Thinking about getting a flu shot or influenza vaccine this year? The influenza vaccine is the best way to prevent the flu, and flu prevention should be a goal for everyone.

According to the CDC, about 5% to 20% of Americans get the flu each year. More than 200,000 people are hospitalized, and about 36,000 people die. These statistics would decrease if more people took advantage of the opportunity to prevent flu with an influenza vaccine or flu shot.

When should I get a flu shot?

Because flu season may begin as early as October and run through May, the best time to get a flu shot is in October or November. You can still get an influenza vaccine in December or later, but earlier may be more beneficial in preventing flu.

What types of flu shots or influenza vaccines are available?

There are two types of flu shots or influenza vaccines available for children and adults.

The first kind is the traditional flu shot. The flu shot does not contain a live virus and cannot cause the flu. This influenza vaccine is an inactivated virus that is given with a needle.

The other kind is a nasal influenza vaccine called FluMist. This influenza vaccine contains weakened viruses, which usually do not cause illness but sometimes can cause runny nose, congestion, and fatigue. The nasal influenza vaccine is recommended only for non pregnant, healthy people, ages 2 years to 49 years.

For in-depth information on flu prevention, see WebMD's What is FluMist?

How does the flu shot or influenza vaccine work to prevent flu?

Both the flu shot and FluMist -- the influenza vaccines -- work by causing antibodies to develop in your body. These antibodies provide protection against infection from the flu virus. This antibody reaction may cause fatigue and muscle aches in some people.

Each year, the flu vaccine contains several different kinds of the virus. The strains chosen are the ones that researchers say are most likely to show up that year. If the choice is right, the vaccine is 70% to 90% effective in preventing the flu in healthy people under 65 years of age.

Who should get the flu shot?

An annual flu shot is recommended for anyone who wants to reduce his or her chances of getting the flu. The flu shot is highly recommended for certain high-risk individuals who are more prone to flu complications, such as pneumonia. Those at risk for complications include people 65 or older, people with chronic medical conditions (such as asthma, diabetes or heart disease), pregnant women, and young children. People who should get vaccinated each year are:  

• All children 6 months to 18 years old
• People 50 years or older
• Women who will be pregnant during the flu season
• People who live in nursing homes
• Adults with chronic heart or lung conditions, including asthma, or with any condition that weakens the immune system
• Household contacts and caregivers of any children younger than 6 months of age (these children are too young to receive the flu vaccine)
• Any person in close contact with someone in a high-risk group, such as health care workers and household contacts

Who should not get the flu shot?

According to the CDC, you should not get a flu shot or influenza vaccine if

• You have had an allergic reaction to a flu shot in the past
• You have an allergy to eggs
• You have previously developed Guillain-Barre syndrome within 6 weeks of getting a flu shot

Guillain-Barre syndrome is a disorder in which the body's immune system attacks part of the nervous system.

What are some flu shot side effects?

You can experience soreness and/or swelling in your arm after getting a flu shot.

Some people have cold-like symptoms, including sniffles, headache, runny nose,sore throat, cough, and body aches for a day or two after getting the flu shot. In some cases, you may also experience a low-grade fever.

It is important to note that the benefits of getting a flu shot far outweigh the risk of flu shot side effects.

Who can receive the nasal influenza vaccine?

The FluMist influenza vaccine is only recommended for healthy individuals ages 2 to 49. Because FluMist influenza vaccine contains weakened strains of live virus, it is not recommend for infants, elderly adults, pregnant women, and anyone with a medical condition.

What are the side effects of FluMist influenza vaccine?

Side effects from FluMist nasal spray in children can include:

• Runny nose
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Muscle aches
• Fever

Side effects from FluMist nasal spray in adults can include:

• Runny nose
• Headache
• Sore throat

How can I find a flu shot this year?

The American Lung Association (ALA) offers an electronic flu shot clinic locator. Visit www.flucliniclocator.org, enter a ZIP code and a date (or dates), and receive information about clinics scheduled in your area.

Pick Your Favorite Room! Gardner-White wants to hear from you!

 Let us know what you think. We would love your feedback.  As you visit our website and view our furniture let us know what you think. Are you finding the sofas, recliners, bedroom or dining room you want?  Which style is your favorite?  Not finding what you need-please let us know.

Do you have Gardner-White furniture in your home? If you love the look please post a comment with a picture of your room.  Have an interesting decorating tip? Please share it with us. 

The Gardner-White team is dedicated to bringing you the best furniture values.  We want to be your source for quality at a value price.  That is our mission. We want to make it easy for you to purchase. We make sure you have the best finance options.  Let us know how we are doing. Thanks for your feedback.

Next Day Delivery on Furniture-A Gardner-White Exclusive!

Did you know that Gardner-White is the only furniture store in town that offers next day delivery ?  Shop Gardner-White today and you can enjoy your new furniture tomorrow.  The competition can't offer that service.   Why wait?   Your home will look great tomorrow. Please shop us today.  We appreciate you business.