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Why get vaccinated?
Influenza—it’s all around us, especially during the winter and early spring. And yet, as common and widespread as influenza (also known as “the flu”) can be, its potential to lead to hospitalizations and death is often unappreciated…and so is the ability to prevent it. So, no matter what time of year it is, the time is always right for learning about the flu and how to protect against it.
For most people, getting immunized against influenza is the easiest and most effective way to reduce their risk of infection. With annual vaccination, they can help protect themselves and avoid spreading infection to those who are unable to receive the vaccine.
Fast Facts
- Influenza kills about 36,000 Americans every year and puts more children in the hospital than any other vaccine-preventable disease1-3
- Influenza is highly contagious
- Influenza immunization helps protect you and those you care about
- Influenza prevention is an important public health goal
- To learn more about influenza, visit www.influenza.com
Consumers are encouraged to speak to their health-care professional about immunization with Fluzone vaccine. The information provided on this site is not intended to substitute for the advice of health-care professionals.
References: 1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Prevention and Control of Influenza: recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). MMWR. 2005;54:1-44 2005-2006 recommendations 2. CDC. Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases: The Pink Book. 8th ed. Atlanta, Ga: US Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Foundation; 2004:213-231. 3. Izurieta HS, Thompson WW, Kramarz P, et al. Influenza and the rates of hospitalization for respiratory disease among infants and young children. N Engl J Med. 2000;342:232-239.
Indication
Fluzone vaccine is given for active immunization in persons 6 months of age and older against influenza disease caused by influenza virus subtypes A and type B contained in the vaccine.
Safety Information
Side effects to Fluzone vaccine are soreness, pain, and swelling at the injection site; fever, fatigue, and muscular pain. Other side effects may occur. Fluzone vaccine should not be administered to anyone with a history of serious allergic reaction to any vaccine component, including eggs, egg products, or thimerosal (the only Fluzone vaccine product containing thimerosal is the multi-dose vial), or to persons who have been previously diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). If you notice any other problems or symptoms following vaccination, please contact your health-care professional immediately. Vaccination with Fluzone vaccine may not protect all individuals.
For more information about Fluzone vaccine, talk to your health-care professional.
Last modified: 11/16/09
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