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National Flu Vaccine Week -- It's NOT Too Late to Get Your Flu Shot This Year!
National Flu Vaccine Week 2008 runs from Dec. 8 through Dec. 15, so this is the perfect time to get your annual flu shot, if you haven't already taken care of that task. You don't want to get the flu, do you?
The flu is a viral respiratory illness that strikes thousands of people worldwide each year. In the northern hemisphere, peak flu season is fast approaching. The majority of flu cases each year strike in January, February and March, though the season actually begins in November or Decemb...
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By Lisa Emrich , Health Expert...from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Seasonal Flu website.Have you had your flu shot this... Read more »
FAQs on Flu Season 2008-2009
By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert...colds and sinus infections typical of the fall, flu season rapidly approaches. Tens of... Read more »
Flu shots: is it too late for this year’s shot?
By Dr. Bill Quick , Health Expert...time of year again – holidays and getting your flu shot. Every year around now, people with... Read more »
Diabetes and H1N1
By Dr. Fran Cogen , Health Expert...families suggested that I discuss the potential H1N1 influenza epidemic. The Maryland Department... Read more »
Treatment for Swine Flu
By Eileen Bailey , Health ExpertThe swine flu is making its way around the country with symptoms such as fever, sore throat and... Read more »
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CDC Expert Answers Questions About the Flu and Flu Vaccine
Have a question or comment? Click here.Are there things you want to know about the flu and the flu vaccine? If so, you're going to love this article. I recently had the opportunity to speak one on... Read more »Time for a Flu Shot?
What is the flu? It is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting... Read more »Immunizations: Viral Influenza
Viral InfluenzaInfluenza, commonly called the flu, is always caused by a virus.Influenza, also known as the flu, is caused by a virus.There are different strains of influenza:Influenza A is the most... Read more »Colds and the Flu: Medications
For mild influenza, symptom relief is similar to that for colds. Vaccines are available to prevent influenza (See section on Viral Influenza Vaccines).Two classes of antiviral agents have... Read more »Pneumonia: Prevention
...possible), and to practice good hygiene. [For detailed information see the In-Depth Report #94 Colds and influenza.]Good Hygiene and Preventing TransmissionColds and flus are spread primarily when... Read more »Images
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Pregnant women should get swine flu shot first: experts
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October 03, 2008Only a fraction of the people who need flu shots the most are getting them, U.S. health officials say. Experts say recent mild flu seasons and... Read summary »
Protecting Newborns from the Flu
October 31, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The most effective way to protect newborn babies from the flu virus may be to vaccinate new mothers and other family members... Read summary »
Flu Shot Reduces Blood Clots
November 11, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- It's the time of the year get your annual flu shot, and now it could protect you against another danger. In a new study,... Read summary »
Half-Dose Flu Shot
December 11, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A half-dose flu shot may be just as effective in healthy, young people as a full dose, which could be useful during vaccine... Read summary »
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