The flu - Prevention
Alternative Names
Flu; Influenza A; Influenza B
Prevention:
A yearly vaccine is recommended for many people.
A flu shot and a new nasal spray-type flu vaccine called FluMist are currently available.
For specific recommendations, see influenza vaccine.
- Reviewed last on: 12/4/2007
- Arnold L. Lentnek, M.D., Division of Infectious Disease, Kennestone Hospital, Marietta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
References
Fiore AE, Shay DK, Haber P, et al. Prevention and control of influenza: recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), 2007. MMWR. 2007:56(RR-6):1-54.
This article uses information by permission from Alan Greene, M.D., © Greene Ink, Inc.
