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Health Encyclopedia: Influenza Immunization (Vaccine)
This vaccine protects people against
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Vaccine - influenza; Immunization - influenza; Flu shot; Flu vaccine
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The flu is a contagious respiratory disease caused by an influenza virus. In the U.S., flu outbreaks typically occur in winter months. Symptoms include
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FAQs on Flu Season 2008-2009
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How NOT to Win Friends and InFLUence People
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It’s flu season again, have you had the vaccine?
By Christine Miller , Health ExpertOctober is the beginning of flu season and medical offices, hospitals and clinics, schools and... Read more »
Should You Get a Shot for H1N1 (Swine Flu)?
By David Mendosa , Health Expert...could gear up production of vaccine for the H1N1 flu virus -- formerly swine flu -- fast enough.... Read more »
Don't Forget About Your Seasonal Flu Vaccine
By Beth McNamara , Health Expert...We're all in an uproar about H1N1, a.k.a the Swine Flu, a.k.a The Hinee Flu (spoken phonetically... Read more »
Health Guide
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 »What is Swine Flu and other Frequently Asked Questions
What is swine flu?As its name suggest, swine flu is a type of flu virus that usually only affects pigs. Four different swine flu strains commonly circulate among pigs, and the animals get sick but... Read more »Pneumonia
...Pneumococcal vaccine (Pneumovax, Prevnar) prevents Streptococcus pneumoniae. Flu vaccine prevents pneumonia and other infections caused by influenza viruses. It must be... 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
Medications
...upset stomach, nausea, voice changes, runny nose, flu-like symptoms, or back pain may also... Read more »
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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 »
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 »
Universal flu vaccine shows promise
April 27, 2009A new, universal flu vaccine is showing promise in preventing serious complications and death from many different strains of influenza, researchers... Read summary »
Flu Shot Reduces Blood Clots
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Fighting a Killer Infection: MRSA
May 05, 2008NASHVILLE (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Anne Matthews was thrilled when doctors told her she delivered a healthy baby boy. But that joy turned to... Read summary »
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