Who needs a flu shot this year? Every BODY!
For the 2011-2012 flu season, ACIP continues to recommend all persons 6 months of age and older receive a flu vaccine to protect themselves from getting the flu and to prevent the transmission of flu to others.
Vaccine supply is expected to be plentiful.
Although everybody is eligible for a flu shot this season, there are still some groups at higher risk of complications from influenza or at greater risk or exposing vulnerable people to influenza. As a provider, you should put extra emphasis on getting the following persons immunized:
- Pregnant women
- Household contacts of children under 5 years & adults over 50 years
- Persons with chronic medical conditions
- Healthcare workers - that means you!
Find the nearest Public Health
Center Flu Immunization Clinic by using the link below:
Public
Health Centers Flu Immunization Clinic List
Two Dose Recomme ndation for Children 6 months through 9 years
As in previous years, some pediatric patients may need two doses of seasonal influenza vaccine depending on their previous influenza vaccination status. You can use these guides to assist in your decision.
Influenza & Pertussis
In California, we continue to experience a pertussis
epidemic. Don’t forget to vaccinate your patients over the age of 9 years with Tdap according to the California Department of Public Health’s expanded recommendations.
Confused about influenza vaccine products?
There is a large variety of influenza vaccine products available. While their indications for use are unique, their packaging is not. The following guides can help your staff avoid confusion amongst the products.
Vaccine Information Statements (VISs) for
2011-2012 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine
VIS TIV without consent form:
VIS LAIV without consent form:
More Influenza Resources
