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Top 5 Reasons Why the Flu Vaccine Saves Lives

December 16, 2024 - It is not an exaggeration to say that the flu vaccine is a life-saving tool that reduces illness, prevents complications, and protects vulnerable populations. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that as many as 50,000 Americans die from flu-related complications each year. Many of these deaths could have been prevented had […]
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Comparing Flu and RSV

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March 17, 2022 - What is RSV? Respiratory syncytial virus, otherwise known as RSV, is a virus that typically spreads during flu season. RSV can be serious, as it is the single most common cause of pneumonia in infants. How are RSV and flu similar? Both viruses affect children and older adults Both viruses have similar symptoms like coughing, […]
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Difference Between Flu Shots for Seniors vs. Regular Flu Shots

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March 3, 2022 - People ages 65 and older are recommended to receive a flu vaccine that is specially formulated for their age. As we get older, our immune systems aren’t as strong, which is why a stronger vaccine is needed. For people 65+, there is a greater chance of getting sick, hospitalized, or dying from the flu. Those […]

How Many Young Adults Die From The Flu?

February 23, 2022 - While people ages 65+ have the highest risk of getting the flu and dying from it, the flu does not discriminate. Sadly, people of all ages can die from the flu. During the 2019-2020 flu season, almost 500 people under 18 died from flu and over 2,000 people between the ages of 18-49 died from […]
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What is Bird Flu?

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February 18, 2022 - Bird flu, also called avian flu, is a type of flu that spreads among birds. In this post, we talk about what bird flu is and how it affects humans. How does flu spread in birds? Bird flu occurs naturally in wild birds. When birds are used for eggs and meat and they live together […]

Should I Wear a Mask if I Have the Flu?

February 18, 2022 - Wearing a mask is something we learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, but it can help with other viruses too. Today we’re looking at both sides of the equation for mask-wearing. The first question most of us wonder about is: Will wearing a mask prevent you from contracting the flu? The short answer is yes although […]
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When was the Flu Vaccine Invented?

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February 17, 2022 - Flu vaccines have been around for a long time, and their development started almost 100 years ago! Below, we outline the flu vaccine development timeline: The 1930s: Scientists isolated the influenza A virus from animals to study the virus and learn how it can be weakened/killed to create a vaccine. Early 1940s: Jonas Salk, MD […]
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Presidents, Infectious Diseases, and Vaccines

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February 15, 2022 - Presidents’ Day is celebrated Monday, February 21, 2022. While we are celebrating during a pandemic, it’s fitting to discuss how our Presidents have dealt with infectious diseases and vaccines. Here are some historical facts about Presidents and their connections to flu and other vaccines: Franklin D. Roosevelt In 1909, Franklin and Eleanor’s son, Franklin Junior, died […]
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The Number of Flu Cases Worldwide: A Global Perspective

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February 9, 2022 - Influenza is a year-round, global virus. Because the flu season typically coincides with the winter months, the Northern hemisphere’s flu season is often from October-April and the Southern hemisphere’s flu season covers the other months of the year. Here are some statistics on flu cases worldwide: An estimated 1 billion people worldwide are infected by […]

Do Surgical Masks Prevent Flu?

February 9, 2022 - Wearing a mask is something we learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, but it can help with other viruses too. Today we’re looking at both sides of the equation for mask wearing. The first question most of us wonder about is: Will a mask prevent you from contracting the flu? The short answer is yes although […]
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What is the Youngest Age for Receiving a Flu Vaccine?

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February 9, 2022 - One common question about flu vaccination is how soon can a child receive one? In the United States, flu vaccination is recommended beginning at 6 months old and every year after that. Children under 9-years-old who are receiving their first-ever flu vaccine need two doses spaced out by one month. While it may seem young, flu […]
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