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Flu Shot: Vaccines
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The most common side effect of the flu vaccine in adults is soreness at the spot where the shot was given, which usually lasts less than two days. The soreness is often caused by a person’s immune system making protective antibodies to the killed viruses in the vaccine. These antibodies are what allow the body to fight against flu. The needle stick may ... cause some soreness at the injection site. According to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), rare symptoms include fever, muscle pain, and feelings of discomfort or weakness. If these problems occur, they are very uncommon and usually begin soon after the shot and last 1-2 days.
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Oct. 3 — Flu-shot season has begun, and this year marks the first time parents are being urged to get babies and toddlers vaccinated. Health officials expect a record 94 million doses of the vaccine to be available this season and are urging Americans to take advantage of the ample supply.
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The major media outlets are escalating the push for the flu shot to near hysteria, especially since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that the flu vaccines "may" provide some protection against the A/Fujian strain. With the supply of flu vaccine running out, there is now new media-produced promotion for FluMist, the nasal spray flu vaccine. However, what is not being explored is the possibility that cases of flu may be caused by FluMist. An overview of the CDC's most recently available data regarding flu virus testing brings this question to the forefront.
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BENTONVILLE, Ark., Nov. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- On Saturday, November 12, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. , will host the country's largest one-day flu shot event. For one day only, the company, together with InterFit Health, will make flu vaccinations available at all Wal-Mart stores and SAM'S CLUB locations -- more than 3,750 sites nationwide. The vaccinations will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at each location. No appointment is necessary, but participants are encouraged to come early, as supplies are limited.
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There are two types of flu shot. The first is the classic injectable shot, which is made using a killed virus. There is ... a nasal spray available, which uses a weak form of live virus and is appropriate for individuals who are not pregnant and who are also between five and 49 years of age. Both vaccines protect against several A and B strains of flu, typically the most virulent. Approximately two weeks after being vaccinated, the patient will have formed protective antibodies. For this reason, most doctors recommend that flu shots be given in October or November to protect against the bulk of flu season, which usually starts around November.
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When you have Medicare Part B and you get your flu shot from a Medicare provider, you pay no "coinsurance or deductible." Also, if the person giving the shot agrees not to charge more than the amount Medicare pays, you pay nothing. Medicare Part B ... pays for the pneumococcal vaccination. Ask your health care provider about both of these vaccines. (Note: Managed Care Plan members may be required to get shots from their Managed Care Plan. Ask your Managed Care Plan for more information.)
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