Immediately after the news that “Swine flu” was no longer a threat, it’s time to be prepared for another shot. Flu vaccination season began this year and it is expected to be bigger than ever.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that a bumper crop of 160 million doses of seasonal flu vaccine is being made. This is almost 40 percent more than the previous year.
The CDC is recommending universal influenza vaccination for the first time. Instead of confusing lists based on age and health status, it is much simpler this time: Everyone above 6 months old is advised to get the shot.
CDC spokesman Tom Skinner said, “We in public health think that vaccination can benefit everybody. We’ve been moving in that direction for several years. The bottom line is people can start getting vaccinated now. If it’s available, go get it.”
Pharmacy outlets believe that H1N1 memories will boost the demand for these shots this season. Last year, hand sanitizing gels became common in kitchens, people learned to cover their cough and they kept sick kids from going to school.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that a bumper crop of 160 million doses of seasonal flu vaccine is being made. This is almost 40 percent more than the previous year.
The CDC is recommending universal influenza vaccination for the first time. Instead of confusing lists based on age and health status, it is much simpler this time: Everyone above 6 months old is advised to get the shot.
CDC spokesman Tom Skinner said, “We in public health think that vaccination can benefit everybody. We’ve been moving in that direction for several years. The bottom line is people can start getting vaccinated now. If it’s available, go get it.”
Pharmacy outlets believe that H1N1 memories will boost the demand for these shots this season. Last year, hand sanitizing gels became common in kitchens, people learned to cover their cough and they kept sick kids from going to school.
Via : topnews.net.nz
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