Flu Shot in Seniors

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Science Friday Archives: Analysis Raises Questions On Flu Shot For Seniors

sciencefriday.com — “Science, technology, environment and health news and discussion from the makers of the NPR public radio program Science Friday with host Ira Flatow.View full resource at sciencefriday.com

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Most Recently Shared on October 31, 2011 at 5:02 am By:

JayGordonMDFAAP Jay Gordon, MD, FAAP Doctor, Pediatrician, Health Communicator, and Physician

The flu shot is worthless. Lancet article, NPR piece. Well worth your time! http://t.co/GuhFYe7v

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To Flu Shot or not to Flu Shot?

health-e-corner-news.com — “The kids are back in school and that means we are heading into the cold and flu season….contrary to popular belief there is NO guarantee, even with a flu shot, that you won't get the fluj….do you get a vaccine or not?View full resource at health-e-corner-news.com

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Analysis Questions Flu Shot Effectiveness : NPR

npr.org — “A new report in the journal Lancet Infectious Diseases says evidence that the flu shot offers protection in adults aged 65 years or older is lacking. Host John Dankosky and guests discuss the report, the upcoming flu season, and whether seniors should get the flu vaccine.View full resource at npr.org

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Most Recently Shared on December 6, 2011 at 5:40 pm By:

healthxdesign Tiffany Hardesty - Health By Design Wellness Coach

Regarding flu shots and the promotion thereof: PLEASE do your research first! There are some remedies worse than... http://t.co/UAbfhOXI

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Seniors most interested in swine flu shot - Swine flu- msnbc.com

msnbc.msn.com — “Americans are getting more worried about catching swine flu — but the people who most want that vaccine are the age that will be last in line, says a new Associated Press-GfK poll.View full resource at msnbc.msn.com

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Flu Shots Fall Short In Nursing Homes, Especially For Blacks

medicalnewstoday.com — “At the beginning of the 2011-12 flu season, a new study finds that the proportion of nursing home patients who get a shot remains lower than a national public health goal and that the rate is loweView full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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Flu Shots Fall Short In Nursing Homes, Especially For Blacks http://mnt.to/427x #flu

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Should I get a high-dose flu shot? - San Francisco Senior care | Examiner.com

examiner.com — “If you are over age 65, you may want to consider getting the “super” flu vaccine. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Fluzone High-DoView full resource at examiner.com

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Most Recently Shared on November 23, 2011 at 4:35 am By:

sfseniorcare Liz Macera Nurse

After 8 months I have finally published another article. Hooray! Check it out. Should I get a high-dose flu shot? http://t.co/hKbbKz16

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Most Recently Shared on February 27, 2010 at 12:37 am By:

giustini Dean Giustini Health Professional

PubMed Health - clinical effectiveness resource "Influenza" http://t.co/FK9MIcnl #spph581h - how does this http://t.co/9Qq5NJwg differ?

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Flu Shot Ingredients | Health

lepoticekmetij.com — “The major flu shot ingredients are dead influenza viruses. There may be any number of different flu viruses circulating at any one time, but pharmaceuticalView full resource at lepoticekmetij.com

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Flu Shots On The Go

wtap.com — “With flu season in full force The Washington County Health Department made it even easier for some to get your their shot.View full resource at wtap.com

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Most Recently Shared on October 11, 2011 at 12:27 am By:

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Flu Shots On The Go: With flu season in full force The Washington County Health Department made it even easier f... http://t.co/1pOPYiCD

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Flu Shot Schedule

stlukescr.org — “Influenza, also called flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death.View full resource at stlukescr.org

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Most Recently Shared on October 26, 2011 at 1:31 pm By:

StLukesCR St. Luke's Hospital Hospital

Flu shot clinic today in Lisbon from 10 a.m.-Noon. Check out the remainder of the flu shot clinics with this link! http://t.co/JakC2tzU

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Debunking Flu Shot Myths

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Most Recently Shared on October 19, 2011 at 10:21 pm By:

ushealthworks U.S.HealthWorks Health Group

Time for a flu shot? Dr. B takes aim at the myths surrounding the flu and getting a flu shot on Fox 10 in Phoenix. http://t.co/BwAgQmES

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Beyond Flu Shots for Adults

wowt.com — “According to infectious disease experts with University of Iowa Health Care, flu is not the only vaccine-preventable disease that adults should think about.View full resource at wowt.com

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Most Recently Shared on November 17, 2011 at 7:58 pm By:

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Beyond Flu Shots for Adults: According to infectious disease experts with University of Iowa Health Care, flu is... http://t.co/6ZdRCty1

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Senior Citizens, Others at High Risk Not Enthusiastic to Get Flu Shot This Year

seniorjournal.com — “Oct. 14, 2010 - Despite the introduction this year of a super flu vaccine that prevents both H1N1 and season flu, key "at risk" groups - like those who care for young children and healthcare workers in nursing homes, hospitals and other facilities - show little interest in being vaccinated, according to a Consumer Report Health poll. And, too, among senior citizens only 51 percent plan to get the shot. Flu news for senior citizens and baby boomers.View full resource at seniorjournal.com

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Most Recently Shared on October 29, 2010 at 12:05 am By:

SteveJJorgenson Steve Jorgenson Health Executive

Senior Citizens, Others at High Risk Not Enthusiastic to Get Flu Shot This Year http://ow.ly/2ZGds

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Key Facts About the Flu Shot

cdc.gov — “CDC - Seasonal Influenza (Flu) - Key Facts About Seasonal Flu VaccineView full resource at cdc.gov

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Most Recently Shared on February 27, 2010 at 12:35 am By:

MFHS1 MFHS.org Health Organization

Looking up where I will get my flu shot... are you getting one? It's important for staying healthy! http://ow.ly/2ONS9

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FLU: Free Flu Shot Program

cvs.com — “FLU: Free Flu Shot ProgramView full resource at cvs.com

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Most Recently Shared on September 24, 2009 at 8:53 pm By:

LifeScript LifeScript Health Site

CVS is donating seasonal flu shots to the unemployed this season: http://tinyurl.com/n7horl

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