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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

Flu Vaccine Side Effects Pregnant Woman

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FAQs on Flu Season 2008-2009

By James Thompson, MD Health Expert

As millions of Americans endure the surge of colds and sinus infections typical of the fall, flu season rapidly approaches. Tens of thousands of people in the U.S. die from influenza each year. There would probably be many more deaths if it weren't for aggressive vaccination strategies led by national health departments and healthcare providers.

 

Every year I advise my patients to get their flu shots before the start of flu season (in October). Many parents and patients have questions about ...

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CDC Expert Answers Questions About the Flu and Flu Vaccine
...kids under the age of 2 years. It is probably safe, but some European studies showed some risk of side effects, including Bells Palsy. Until they have more data, we'll need to stick with the flu... Read more »
Time for a Flu Shot?
...reactions. Almost all people who get influenza vaccine have no serious problems from it. What are the side effects that could occur?Soreness, redness, or swelling where the shot was given Fever... Read more »
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...thirds of this group are vaccinated, mostly because of unwarranted fears of ineffectiveness or adverse effects.People of any age at high risk for serious complications from the flu. Such people... Read more »
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...B.Neither has proven to reduce the risk for complications, including pneumonia and bronchitis.Side Effects. Both agents occasionally cause nausea, vomiting, indigestion, insomnia, and... Read more »
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...or those who have low stress and few social connections.ZincZinc appears to have certain important effects on the immune system ,and it may have a direct effect on viruses. Zinc preparations in... Read more »

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