Fluzone® Flu Vaccine Keeps People Flu-free

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There are many ways people can avoid catching the flu, including avoiding contact with others, loading up on vitamins, getting plenty of rest and hoping for the best. None of these methods are effective, unfortunately.

There are many ways people can avoid catching the flu, including avoiding contact with others, loading up on vitamins, getting plenty of rest and hoping for the best. None of these methods are effective, unfortunately. The fact is, the most effective way to avoid the seasonal flu is to take the time to get vaccinated. There are many flu vaccines to choose from, and one of the more reliable ones is Fluzone® by sanofi pasteur, Inc. Whether you are young or old, there is a Fluzone formulation just for you, from infants to seniors over the age of 65.

Fluzone’s “triple-threat” advantage
Like other injectable vaccines for the 2012-13 flu season, Fluzone’s trivalent formulation contains three strains of the flu virus identified by the World Health Organization (WHO) as being prevalent for the 2012-13 flu season. These strains are: influenza A (California H1N1 like virus), ...
... influenza A (Victoria H3N2 like virus) and influenza B (Wisconsin like virus). That means that even if you received a flu vaccine last year, you will need to get vaccinated again this year to ensure you are protected against all three strains.

Protecting the young and young-at-heart.
Fluzone is a highly effective flu vaccine containing multiple presentations that are specific for various age groups — from young children to seniors. Fluzone is indicated for active immunization of persons 6 months of age and older, while Fluzone High-Dose is indicated for persons 65 years of age and older. Fluzone High-Dose is especially valuable for high-risk seniors who might develop life-threatening complications from catching the flu. For the 18-64 population, (especially those who are afraid of shots) Fluzone Intradermal is a new option for vaccine delivery using a shorter needle injected into the skin rather than the muscle.

Expect the unexpected when it comes to flu.
Sometimes people become complacent about flu vaccines in the aftermath of a previously mild flu season. What many do not realize is that the flu is unpredictable. Simply because a previous flu season was mild does not predict a future mild flu season; sometimes the exact opposite is true. A mild flu season can be followed by a more serious strain and outbreak, so when it comes to flu it is better to be safe than sorry. That’s why vaccines like Fluzone are so important.

Health experts agree that flu vaccination is the most effective way to halt the spread of flu. Although the flu season can begin earlier and last longer, it usually starts in December, peaks in January or February, and continues through March. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while October and November are traditionally the primary vaccination months, vaccination in December or later is still recommended for those who are not vaccinated earlier.

It’s not too late to get vaccinated.
Winter storms have already begun and sneezes and sniffles are in the air. Even though flu season is in full swing, it is not too late to get vaccinated. Even if you think you “never get the flu”, consider getting a flu shot to protect the children, seniors and pregnant women you come in contact with on a daily basis. Vaccines like Fluzone can keep you and those around you flu-free.
Resource: http://www.myfluvaccine.com/assets/GetTheFacts.html?section=flufacts