08-13-2013, 05:09 PM
So the CDC believes that ‘the single best way to protect against the flu is to get vaccinated each year’.
That’s right, but the above article proves a point. Many of us tend to be hesitant to get immunized every year. That’s why the CDC answers the Frequently Asked Questions about flu vaccination.
Why is there a need to be flu vaccinated?
The disease influenza can not only lead to hospitalization but at some cases, also death. Each flu season is actually separated from the other because the virus can mutate as the years go by. Statistics show that just after 31 flu seasons, mortality rates increased from 3,000 to 49,000 (1976-2007).
What are the vaccine types available?
There are two kinds of vaccines: the “flu shot” and the nasal-spray flu vaccine.
The “flu shot” consists of a killed virus administered using a needle commonly in the arm of those older than six months. There are 3 shots available for people in different ages.
The nasal-spray flu vaccine is made from a live, attenuated flu virus given as a nasal spray. It is also called as the live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV).
How does it work?
The vaccines cause the body to produce antibodies just two weeks after being immunized. The body is then protected against three common influenza viruses which are the influenza A (H1N1), influenza B, and influenza A (H3N2).
Who should be vaccinated?
If you are someone who is at a high risk of contracting serious complications such as pneumonia once infected with the flu, you should receive the shots. Such could be people who have diabetes, asthma, and chronic lung diseases, pregnant women, and elderly people aging 65 years and older. Those who tend to get close contact with people who are at high risk in developing complications once with the flu, such as household members and caregivers, must be vaccinated.
For more info, visit http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/whoshouldvax.htm
When should the vaccination be?
Since the antibodies form after two weeks, it is better to have it before the flu season, which is usually during the month of October. Shipments start as early as this month, going onto the month of September.
Where can I get the vaccines?
Clinics, pharmacies, doctor’s offices, health departments, and even some schools provide supply for vaccines. Ask your regular doctor or nurse.
If you’re looking for supply near you, this website may be of help http://flushot.healthmap.org/
That’s right, but the above article proves a point. Many of us tend to be hesitant to get immunized every year. That’s why the CDC answers the Frequently Asked Questions about flu vaccination.
Why is there a need to be flu vaccinated?
The disease influenza can not only lead to hospitalization but at some cases, also death. Each flu season is actually separated from the other because the virus can mutate as the years go by. Statistics show that just after 31 flu seasons, mortality rates increased from 3,000 to 49,000 (1976-2007).
What are the vaccine types available?
There are two kinds of vaccines: the “flu shot” and the nasal-spray flu vaccine.
The “flu shot” consists of a killed virus administered using a needle commonly in the arm of those older than six months. There are 3 shots available for people in different ages.
The nasal-spray flu vaccine is made from a live, attenuated flu virus given as a nasal spray. It is also called as the live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV).
How does it work?
The vaccines cause the body to produce antibodies just two weeks after being immunized. The body is then protected against three common influenza viruses which are the influenza A (H1N1), influenza B, and influenza A (H3N2).
Who should be vaccinated?
If you are someone who is at a high risk of contracting serious complications such as pneumonia once infected with the flu, you should receive the shots. Such could be people who have diabetes, asthma, and chronic lung diseases, pregnant women, and elderly people aging 65 years and older. Those who tend to get close contact with people who are at high risk in developing complications once with the flu, such as household members and caregivers, must be vaccinated.
For more info, visit http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/whoshouldvax.htm
When should the vaccination be?
Since the antibodies form after two weeks, it is better to have it before the flu season, which is usually during the month of October. Shipments start as early as this month, going onto the month of September.
Where can I get the vaccines?
Clinics, pharmacies, doctor’s offices, health departments, and even some schools provide supply for vaccines. Ask your regular doctor or nurse.
If you’re looking for supply near you, this website may be of help http://flushot.healthmap.org/
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