Feds Say Plenty Of Flu Shots Available
By: Import User
Updated: January 7, 2009
Federal officials said today that this year`s
supply of flu shots is expected to be plentiful and the vaccine
will be available starting next month.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said October and
November is the best time to receive a flu shot to be protected
during peak flu season, which typically runs from December to
March.
Flu shots may be given to those age six months or older. The
CDC urges shots for people who are at increased risk of flu
complications. Those groups include the elderly, those with heart
or lung disease, diabetes, asthma or illnesses that suppress the
immune system such as HIV or AIDS.
The agency said health care workers and others in close contact
with those at high risk also should be vaccinated.
On the net, click on the following link : www.cdc.gov
