The study found the spray vaccine was 55 percent more effective than traditional flu shots when given to nearly 8,000 children under age 5. The nasal spray FluMist, the only flu vaccine made of live but weakened influenza virus, now is sold only for children 5 and older. Manufacturer MedI...
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) -- New York City's Health Department wants more children under 5 to get the flu vaccine. Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley says 65 percent of children aged 6 to 59 months received an influenza vaccination in the past year. That's up from 59 percent in the...
Immunology: Flu vaccine seems to work for kids under 6 months of ageNo abstract is available for this article.doi:10.1002/scin.5591701816John Wiley & Sons, LtdScience News
While kids are more likely to catch and spread the flu, they're also at greater risk of getting very sick from it. This particularly applies to children under 5, and the flu vaccine is available for free for this age group. The flu vaccine isn't perfect—it may not prevent infections ...
The most commonly reported side effects of the nasal spray vaccine include runny nose and nasal congestion. Adults might experience a sore throat, while kids 6 and under may develop a low fever. The drug's maker, AstraZeneca, plans to make the vaccine available exclusively via home delivery ...
Federal health officials stress importance of flu vaccine for kids Federal health officials in the U.S. are warning that a decline in flu vaccinations could have led to an increase in pediatric flu deaths.Sept 24, 2024 Twitter Facebook Email...
Side Effects of the Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine When it comes to flu vaccines, shots aren't the only option. Some people receive the live attenuated flu vaccine (nasal spray) instead of the shot. A lifesaver for those who hate needles, this vaccine is only given to those over 2 years old ...
Recently, the FDAapprovedthevery first at-home flu vaccine, for adults under age 50 and children 2 and older. It's a nasal vaccine you'll get a prescription for through an online pharmacy, but unfortunately, it's not expected to be available until ne...
(HealthDay)—Flu vaccines protect children against serious illness, even when the vaccine doesn't match the circulating flu virus, according to a new study that reinforces the importance of flu shots.
I am even seeing stuff on TV about a shingles vaccine(per the add on TV) If you got the chicken pox as a child you are at risk to get shingles. Lauren says: October 31, 2013 at 2pm This is for M Smith: Actually they DID ban the shot for kids under 5. Sorry Charlie. http...