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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

What Are The Indredients In The Current Flu Vaccine

Universal flu vaccine shows promise

April 27, 2009
A new, universal flu vaccine is showing promise in preventing serious complications and death from many different strains of influenza, researchers say. Currently, the yearly flu vaccine has to be made to match the most-widely circulating flu strain. But scientists in St. Louis report that low-level doses of a vaccine made from flu viruses A and B triggered the immune system to start fighting the disease in 377 healthy study participants. Experts say this experimental vaccine is a preliminary st... Read more »

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Swine Flu/H1N1 Flu Virus: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
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...a vaccine available for the swine flu?Answer: The current swine flu is a new virus which must... Read more »

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Considering a flu shot? Highly recommended if you have asthma or are from 6 months to 5 years of age
By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert

...cannot get the full blown flu syndrome from the current flu shot because they are comprised of... Read more »

Health Guide

CDC Expert Answers Questions About the Flu and Flu Vaccine
...the flu and staying healthy!)   Q: Kids under the age of 6 months can't be immunized against the flu currently. What options do we have for keeping them healthy this flu season? A: The reason... Read more »
Flu Shots for Chronic Pain Patients: Pros & Cons
...get a flu shot?  Only you and your doctor can make that decision.  Your personal medical history, current health condition and level of probable exposure all have to be taken into... Read more »
What is Swine Flu and other Frequently Asked Questions
...throat, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea."I got a flu shot – am I protected?Unfortunately, no.  There currently is no vaccine for the swine flu.  Experts say it is possible that the flu vaccine... Read more »
Immunizations: Viral Influenza
...winter. About 1% of people who contract the flu end up in the hospital, and an estimated 36,000 people currently die each year of flu-related complications. The highest risks for serious... Read more »
Colds and the Flu: Medications
...experience nausea and vomiting. Patients with kidney dysfunction should take lower doses.Candidates. Their current use in different age and patient groups are as follows:Adults. Both are approved... Read more »

Medications

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...flu vaccine inhaled through the nose If you are currently using this medication listed above,... Read more »

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...others. This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later... Read more »

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...flu vaccine inhaled through the nose If you are currently using the medication listed above,... Read more »

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...occur: ketorolac mifepristone If you are currently using any of these medications, tell... Read more »

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...occur: ketorolac mifepristone If you are currently using any of these medications, tell... Read more »

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