It is recommended that anyone over the age of 6 months get the flu vaccine. Individuals who are at high risk of serious risk of developing flu related illnesses and / or complications should always get the vaccine. There are several reasons for getting the flu shot some of which are:
- it can reduce flu illnesses which may lead to a visit to the doctor as well as possibly missing work or school.
- the flu vaccine has demonstrated its life saving abilities and has been shown as in a study in 2017 that it helps to reduce children from dying from flu
The flu vaccine comes in a few different forms. Flu shots are the most common but other forms include nasal spray vaccine. While the shot is most common and works well with most individuals including children over 6 months of age, pregnant women and seniors. However, the nasal vaccine is one that precautions must be taken with as there are individuals that should never have it.
Hopefully you did get the vaccination and have safeguarded yourself the best way you can from the dreaded influenza. There are a few other ways that you can protect your self and your family from the flu.
- stay away from those that are sick.
- when sick stay home from work or school. Do not get out and run errands either. Getting out when you are sick with the flu will only help spread the germs
- the old adage of covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing stands true today as well. By performing this act you will prevent those germs from reaching others.
- be sure to wash your hands with both soap and water. If soap and water are not available use an alcohol based rub. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
- avoid touching your mouth or nose. When you touch your mouth or nose you may have all read touched something that had the influenza germs and now you have been contaminated as well.
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