The former All-Star and World Series-winning pitcher Al Leiter, who played for several teams including the New York Yankees and New York Mets, drew a large crowd at Guggenheim Pavilion on Wednesday, October 11, when he came to Mount Sinai for his annual flu vaccination. “Get your flu shot,” he told gathering fans as he offered his left (pitching) arm to Mohammad Khan, RN. “I’m glad to be part of Mount Sinai’s day of giving folks free flu shots to help them and their families stay healthy.” The vaccine is offered, at no expense, to all Mount Sinai Health System personnel and volunteers. Added Shirish Huprikar, MD, Chief Medical Officer, The Mount Sinai Hospital: “Annual influenza vaccination is the most effective way to protect our patients and staff from getting the flu. We are deeply grateful to Al Leiter for promoting influenza vaccine awareness—the lines definitely grew longer during his visit!”
