About.com Health: Don't Forget Your Flu Shot!

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor It's not too late to get vaccinated: flu season typically peaks in February, and can extend through May (unfortunately, I know from experience). So take part in the CDC's National Influenza Vaccination Week, happening now, to protect yourself and your loved ones from the nasty virus this holiday season and beyond. Do I Need a Flu Shot? Short answer: it's generally a good idea. While getting an influenza vaccine is most important for certain groups of people, there are others who should not be vaccinated. Read More... How the Flu Shot Works Flu Shot Side Effects Symptoms of the Flu Search Related Topics:  immunizations  guillain-barre syndrome  flu symptoms Do My Kids Need Flu Shots? The CDC recommends that almost all people over 6 months of age get a flu vaccine annually, either via shot or nasal spray. Kids under 5 are among those at greatest risk for the flu--especially those under 2. The vaccine can also keep little ones safe from flu-related complications. Read More... Tips For Flu Prevention Kids' Reactions to the Flu Vaccine Search Related Topics:  flu shots  childhood vaccines  flu complications What If I'm Pregnant? Pregnant women are at an increased risk of colds and the flu, so getting vaccinated is indeed recommended during this time. And doing so may even keep your newborn healthier. Read More... Preventing and Treating the Flu During Pregnancy Flu Shots are Fine For Breastfeeding Mothers, Too Search Related Topics:  cold and flu medications  common cold symptoms  health during pregnancy Flu Shots for People With Asthma and Other Conditions Nearly all asthmatics should get an influenza vaccine annually, since the respiratory condition puts those afflicted at greater risk for complications from the flu. Read More... The Flu Vaccine and Cancer Patients Flu Shots for Patients in Hospice Care Search Related Topics:  flu shots  flu shot reactions  cold and flu prevention Related Searches Pregnancy Health Flu Shot Clinics Nutrition and Health Health Diet Health Symptoms Featured Articles Stay Healthy During the Holidays Dealing with Holiday Stress and Breast Cancer Empathy and the Brain Are Hypoallergenic Dogs a Myth? Healthy Recipes for Kids Can Snacking Help You Lose Weight?   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Hometown Holidays Discover the best holiday events near your hometown. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement