While the number of flu cases now is low, these numbers generally increase at this time of year.
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“The flu vaccine can not cause the flu, and a very small percentage of people experience serious side effects from the vaccine”, Dr. Pass said.
Children can qualify for no cost flu vaccines through the Texas Vaccines for Children Program.
The Department of Health says the latest flu numbers will be released Wednesday. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help protect yourself against contracting the illness, from obtaining the flu vaccine to simple handwashing and strengthening your immune system.
Brianna Browning, a 9-year-old Houston girl, reportedly hasn’t been able to see or move much of her body after receiving a flu shot on October 15. According to a report of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the peak flu activity may occur through February next year.
“I would definitely recommend that other pregnant ladies find out more about the flu vaccination programme by speaking to their midwife or by making an appointment with their practice nurse as soon as possible”.
Kennedy says if you have to ask, you probably don’t have the flu.
“The flu vaccine is quick and painless and after having it I feel reassured that I am better protected from flu”.
It’s important when deciding whether or not to get the flu shot that you have the right information about the flu and the vaccine. Those reluctant offered a variety of explanations, from fears the vaccine would harm them to the belief they simply didn’t need one. Vaccine supplies are considered plentiful at this time. The flu vaccine can literally save your life or the life of someone you love. The goal is to prevent people at risk for influenza complications from catching the flu from someone (like you) and getting really sick.
Last flu season, 156 South Carolinians – including three children – died from the flu, up from 77 deaths during the 2013-2014 flu season.
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Those who do get the flu are advised to stay home from school, work and errands and covering coughs and sneezes to limit spread of the disease.
