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Swine Flu Vaccines Side Effects

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Prevention

The best way to prevent serious respiratory infections such as pneumonia is to avoid those who are sick (if possible), and to practice good hygiene. [For detailed information see the In-Depth Report #94 Colds and influenza.]

Good Hygiene and Preventing Transmission

Colds and flus are spread primarily when an infected person coughs or sneezes near someone else. A very common method for transmitting a cold is by shaking hands. Everyone should always wash his or her hands before eating and ...

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Expert & Community Posts

Diabetes and H1N1

By Dr. Fran Cogen , Health Expert

...my patients and families are concerned about side effects of the new vaccine. As health... Read more »

Swine Flu and Immune-Suppressing Drugs

By Mark Borigini, M.D. , Health Expert

Many medications prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis can weaken the immune system, including... Read more »

Should You Get a Shot for H1N1 (Swine Flu)?

By David Mendosa , Health Expert

...poll found that 72 percent are worried about side effects. Much of this concern is undoubtedly... Read more »

FAQs on Flu Season 2008-2009

By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert

...much higher than the risk of suffering from harmful effects of the flu vaccine (very low risk of... Read more »

Did You Get Your Flu Shot?

By Tracy Davenport , Health Expert

...lack of awareness (49 percent) and concern for side effects (18 percent). If you are allergic... Read more »

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Health Guide

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 »

Colds and the Flu: Medications

...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 »

Immunizations: Viral Influenza

...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 »

Ear Infections: Prevention

...recommendation may vary from year to year depending on the supply of the vaccine.Possible negative side effects include the following:Allergic Reaction. Newer vaccines contain very little egg... Read more »

Immunizations: Introduction

...some of the vaccines within other combinations. Some parents are also worried about increased side effects. Studies, to date, however, are reporting that combinations are effective and... Read more »

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