Seasonal Flu Resource Center Blog
Flu much more than just a “nuisance”
A recent report released by Trust for America’s Health called Fighting Flu Fatigue provided some startling statistics about H1N1 and the impact it had across the United States during the 2009-2010 flu season. The flu is often seen as a nuisance, but it is actually very serious. [Read More]
Smoking and the Flu
We all know that cigarettes and other tobacco products are bad for us. So it’s no surprise that the flu and smoking don’t mix. Here’s why. [Read More]
This Week in Flu News: Friday, 11/12/2010
Schools, hospitals, corporations… it seems that everyone is jumping on the flu vaccine bandwagon… and for good reason! The flu is a serious illness that can lead to even more serious complications, including death. Organizations around the nation are recognizing the benefits to keeping their people healthy by making flu shots readily available.
Take a look at how the flu is gripping headlines across the nation. [Read More]
It’s not too late to get a flu shot
Cases of flu are already starting to pop up across the United States and it won’t be long before we start seeing more widespread flu activity. But while flu season is officially underway, that doesn’t mean it is too late to get a flu shot. In fact, now is still a great time to get vaccinated. [Read More]
Personal accounts of the importance of getting a flu shot
Luke Duvall, a healthy and athletic 15-year-old nearly lost his life after being diagnosed with H1N1 last year. Luke is now a spokesperson for Every Child By Two, which raises awareness about the importance of the influenza vaccine. Luke’s story recently appeared in the LA Times, and while he has made a full recovery from his battle with H1N1, he wonders how different things would have been for him if he had received his flu vaccine. [Read More]
Remembering to get a flu shot is easy
Think getting vaccinated against flu is inconvenient? We all have busy lives and taking time out of our day to do anything can seem like an inconvenience. But that excuse doesn’t fly for getting a flu shot. [Read More]
This Week in Flu News: Friday, 11/05/2010
As flu activity picks up, the theme this week seemed to focus on the extensive reasons to get a flu shot, with headlines ranging from the abundance of flu vaccine this year to why expectant mothers need to get their flu shots to staying healthy for the holidays. [Read More]
Flu Activity Across the U.S.
Many associate the flu with winter, and while it’s true, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),that flu activity most commonly peaks in the United States in January or February, the country is already starting to see confirmed flu outbreaks, and in certain cases, death. [Read More]
This Week in Flu News: Friday, 10/29/2010
As you’re stocking up on candy for Trick or Treaters and hunting for the perfect Halloween costume this weekend, remember to pay a visit to your local flu shot clinic on your way home! Without the H1N1 hysteria that gripped last year’s flu season, many people are simply unmotivated to get the vaccine this year, thinking that this season will be much milder. Unfortunately, that is the type of thinking that could put a population most at risk for developing influenza and serious flu-related complications. Many states are already experiencing this. Michigan reported their first flu cases of the season this week while Oklahoma reported its first flu-related death of the season.
Continue reading for examples of how the flu is making headlines across the nation. [Read More]
Handwashing: Spread the word, not the flu
While the number one way to prevent the flu is to make sure your child gets his or her flu shot, proper and consistent hand washing is one of the easiest ways to also help prevent the spread of influenza. [Read More]