Online news site The Daily Beast compiled a list of the 20 sickest cities in America.
Cleveland came in at #7.
The index took into consideration a variety of factors, including a city's SDI Health ranking, statewide vaccination coverage, Influenza and pneumonia deaths per 100,000 people and estimated flu activity during the rest of flu season.
Cleveland's vaccination rate is under 65%. Vaccination is the cheapest and most effective forms of preventative medicine available and can not only keep you out of the hospital, but can save your life. Don't put it off!
Source: The Daily Beast
