Flu

Flu vaccines are proven to help prevent millions of illnesses and have been shown to reduce the risk of having to go to the doctor by 40% to 60%.

What should I know about the flu shot?

Flu viruses are always changing and every year a new flu vaccine is developed to protect against the viruses believed to be found during the upcoming season.

Keep in mind:

Although you may experience flu-like symptoms after a flu shot, these side effects are temporary and far less severe than getting the flu.
Children 6 months through 8 years may need two doses during a single flu season. Everyone else only needs one dose each flu season.
Even when the flu vaccine doesn’t exactly match the viruses, it can still provide protection.
You can get the flu immunization at the same time as other vaccines.
If you’re pregnant, you can get the flu shot at any time during your pregnancy.

About the Flu

Flu Vaccination

Flu Prevention

Resources for Health Care Professionals

Whether you’re a primary care physician, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care professional (HCP), you play a significant role in helping protect your patients against influenza. A strong influenza vaccine recommendation is one of the most important factors in patients accepting the vaccine.

Health Care Professional Fight Flu Toolkit (CDC)

Make a Strong Flu Recommendation (CDC)

Digital Media Toolkit (CDC)