Yes. As long as you are exposed to the virus you can get it - FluShoc helps strengthen immune support for your good health.*

In addition to the flu virus, several other respiratory viruses also can circulate during the flu season and can cause symptoms and illness similar to those seen with flu infection. These non-flu viruses include rhinovirus (one cause of the "common cold") and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which is the most common cause of severe respiratory illness in young children as well as a leading cause of death from respiratory illness in those aged 65 years and older.

The number of flu shots available is limited for this season, so the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending that certain people be given priority for getting the flu shot. People in the following groups should get a flu shot this season: These are people who are at high risk for serious flu complications or are in contact with people at high risk for serious flu complications.

Influenza vaccination usually begins in September and October in the VA health care system, and continues through March or April.

you may have heard in the media, it is anticipated that there will be a shortage of flu vaccines for the 2004-2005 flu season. Because of this shortage, the CDC has coordinated with its Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP) to issue interim recommendations for influenza vaccination during the 2004�2005 flu season. These interim recommendations were formally updated by ACIP on December 22, 2004.

One of the companies that make flu shots was not able to have it available for this flu season. This caused the flu shot supply to be short by almost one half of the expected amount.

In the United States, the peak of flu season can occur anywhere from late December through March. The health impact (infections and deaths) of a flu season varies from year to year.

Pandemic influenza is caused by an influenza virus that is new to people. Seasonal flu is caused by viruses that already exist among people. We have vaccines that help protect against the seasonal flu. No one would have defenses (immunity) to a new influenza virus. Currently there is no vaccine to protect us from a pandemic influenza strain.

The flu can lead to pneumonia and has been reported to have hospitalized 200,000 and killed 36,000 people each year.

Outbreaks of a strain of avian influenza have occurred recently among poultry in a number of countries in Asia ( Cambodia , China , Indonesia , Japan , Malaysia , Laos , South Korea , Thailand , and Vietnam ) as well as Russia and Kazakhstan beginning in late 2003 and continuing to the present time. Most recently, avian flu was found in birds in Romania , Turkey and Greece . Human infections of a strain of avian flu have been reported in Thailand , Vietnam Indonesia and Cambodia .

Two weeks ago, I gave birth to my first child and she took to breastfeeding almost right away. The only problem is that after she's done feeding, my nipples are practically white in color, plus they hurt so bad it brings tears to my eyes. My very best friend in the whole world is experiencing a large amount of bleeding in her stool and a large amount of bleeding from her rectum after she has used the restroom. She's only passing little pebbles though.

We’ve seen some cases as early as November and as late as April, but typically the majority of cases happen in January and February.” - David Dale, University of Missouri Student Health Center

Influenza (flu) seasons are unpredictable. Although epidemics of flu happen in most years, the beginning, severity, and length of the epidemic can vary widely from year to year. Influenza activity was low in the United States during October through early December, but has increased steadily since after mid-December. Influenza viruses might continue to circulate for several more months, however, it's impossible to predict how the season will progress.

It is not possible to accurately predict in advance what type of flu season we are going to have. Historically, A (H3N2) viruses have been associated with more-severe flu seasons during which higher numbers of influenza-related hospitalizations and deaths have occurred.

The best way to stay healthy no matter what the age is to get plenty of rest, eat a healthy diet consisting of plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables drink plenty of water, avoid others who are ill, and WASH YOUR HANDS FREQUENTLY. It is so important to teach our children good hygiene practices at an early age. And of course, when your child is ill, they should stay @ home until they are symptom free to prevent the spread of illness to those around them.

ImmunExtra™ complements other preventative measures such as eating right, getting proper rest, washing your hands and avoiding contact with individuals suffering from colds or influenza. Research has shown that a healthy immune system can minimize the risk, and lessen the symptoms if you do become ill.

Take time to get a vaccine. Vaccination now can still provide protection against influenza this season since different influenza viruses can circulate as late as May. Take everyday preventive steps like frequent hand washing and covering your cough to help keep germs from spreading. Take antiviral drugs if your doctor says to. Antiviral drugs are an important second line of defense against influenza and they can be used to treat or prevent influenza virus infection.

A flu vaccine is the first and best defense against influenza. However, antiviral drugs are an important second line of defense against the flu. They can be used to treat the flu or to prevent infection with flu viruses. Treatment with antiviral drugs should begin within 48 hours of getting sick, and can reduce your symptoms and shorten the time you are sick. When used for prevention, antiviral drugs are 70% to 90% effective in preventing infection with influenza viruses.

Currently, an estimated 100 million doses of influenza vaccine from all of the licensed manufacturers is expected to be available for the 2006-2007 flu season.

No. ImmuneStat XR was invented as a “Cellular and Immune Health Management Support System™”. When taken regularly it helps maintain a healthy immune system and assists the body in defending itself against the harmful effects of the common cold, influenza and other harmful viruses.

No vaccine is 100% effective, but generally, the flu shot protects most people. Other viruses also circulate during flu season, giving you symptoms that can feel like the flu. The flu shot will not protect you against those.