Patients may misattribute adverse effects commonly caused by the zoster (shingles) vaccine to the influenza vaccine.
CDC: Although season not over, flu activity is slowing down
Jan 16, 2024
So far this season, the flu has caused at least 14 million illnesses, 150,000 hospitalizations and 9,400 deaths.
Morning may be best time for flu shots
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 26, 2016
Senior living communities promoting influenza vaccination among staff members and residents may wish to add a time of day to the recommendation.
US to release flu meds from national stockpile to ease shortages
Dec 21, 2022
The decision comes as the nation suffers from an unusually early and hard flu season, with about 9,300 deaths so far.
Influenza A(H3N2) predominant strain during 2021 to 2022 season
Jul 25, 2022
Two peaks were observed during 2021 to 2022 season, the first in mid-December 2021 and the second in mid-March to May 2022.
Exercise may boost immune response to flu vaccine
Jun 16, 2022
However, acute exercise does not show a benefit for generally inactive people.
No sign of bird flu in ground beef, USDA says
May 02, 2024
After investigation, the US Department of Agriculture said Wednesday that the nation’s ground beef supply is so far testing negative for the presence of H5N1 avian flu.
Flu vaccine may not protect against main flu strain
Dec 17, 2021
The vaccine, however, still is likely to protect against severe illness and death.
White House takes more steps to up supply of rapid at-home COVID-19 tests
Oct 26, 2021
Tests will be be particularly useful during flu season because the tests can help distinguish between the flu and COVID-19.
Study: Flu shots may offer senior living communities a competitive advantage
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 04, 2018
Senior living communities that successfully encourage flu vaccination among staff members may have a marketing advantage over competing communities, suggests new research into consumer preferences.