Why People Should Not Take The Swine Flu Vaccination
Health Encyclopedia: Pneumonia Prevention
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 ...
Read more »
Expert & Community Posts
Don't Forget About Your Seasonal Flu Vaccine
By Beth McNamara , Health Expert...we be worried about that? I've been astounded by people who refuse to get the seasonal flu... Read more »
Should You Get a Shot for H1N1 (Swine Flu)?
By David Mendosa , Health Expert...Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, says that people "at increased risk of severe illness"... Read more »
Avoiding Flu Vaccine Toxicity
By David Mendosa , Health Expert...older one is the more like you are to have had the influenza vaccination, and age is also... Read more »
How NOT to Win Friends and InFLUence People
By Lisa Emrich , Health Expert...late to get your shot for full protection. National Influenza Vaccination Week is December 8-14,... Read more »
National Flu Vaccine Week -- It's NOT Too Late to Get Your Flu Shot This Year!
By Kathi MacNaughton , Health Expert...eggs. People who have had a severe reaction to an influenza vaccination. People who developed... Read more »
Health Guide
Colds and the Flu: Medications
...complications, particularly pneumonia. In fact, among the elderly, interesting studies are now suggesting that influenza vaccination may help protect against stroke, adverse heart events, and... Read more »Immunizations: Viral Influenza
...However, because influenza B has been less common in the past few years, there is some concern that some people -- particularly small children -- may have fewer antibodies to it and so may be at... Read more »Colds and the Flu: Highlights
...strains of influenza A (the more serious strain of flu) have become resistant to these agents. Ideally, people should be vaccinated in October and November.Cold or Flu?In most cases, its easy to... Read more »Immunizations: Haemophilus Type B
...pertussis. The booster at 1 year should help maintain protection, however.The Hib vaccine may benefit older people who have had their spleen removed or illnesses that put them at risk for... Read more »Sinusitis: Prevention
...redesigned annually to match the anticipated viral strains. Experts recommend that people receive annual influenza vaccinations in October or November. People who should definitely be vaccinated... Read more »Images
Related News
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 »
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 »
Diabetics Short Changed in Nursing Homes
May 29, 2007(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Nursing home residents who have diabetes may not be getting the kind of care they need to prevent deadly complications of the... 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 »
Tobacco Plants Treat Cancer
July 29, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The treatment against a common form of cancer could come from plants, according to new findings from the Stanford University... Read summary »
- Privacy Policy: Updated as of April 1, 2009|
- Service Terms and Agreement|
- Advertising Policy|
- Contact Us|
- About Us|
- RSS Feed|
- Site Map|
- How to Use This Site
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on ColdFluCentral.com is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2005-2009. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. All rights reserved.
 | We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. |
