Viral Respiratory Vaccine Information & Seasonal Awareness

Flu Vaccine Information

Types of Flu Vaccines: Which Trivalent Flu Vaccine is the Best Flu Shot for You?
Each season, clinics must answer questions regarding influenza, including inquiries about the different types of flu vaccines and which one is best…read full article

The Flu Vaccines for Seniors: Should Older Adults Receive a Flu Shot?
Is the flu shot for older adults different from the regular flu shot? How does the flu vaccine for seniors affect those over age 65?…read full article

Flu Vaccines for Children: Recommendations for Kids and the Flu Shot / Flu Vaccine
What are the recommended flu vaccines for children? Children are among the most vulnerable and least vaccinated. Learn current recommendations for flu vaccines.…read full article

Flu Vaccines for Babies and Children: Is the Flu Shot Right for My Child?
Babies and toddlers are among one of the most vulnerable populations for influenza. Particular vaccines and protocols have been established to protect babies 6 months and older from the spread of flu.…read full article

When to get the flu shot? Best timing for the flu vaccine?
Influenza (flu) is a serious disease that can lead to intense sickness, hospitalization, and even death. Flu is an easily spread virus that leads to thousands of hospitalizations and deaths each year. The flu often comes on suddenly and includes symptoms such as…read full article

Flurona: When the Flu and COVID-19 Collide
As the name suggests, Flurona is a combination of influenza and SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19, a coronavirus). Because both viruses are so contagious, experts have been concerned that more people could be infected with both flu and COVID-19 at the same time, especially during flu season (in the US, flu season is considered autumn and winter). Flurona may be a new, catchy term but it is not a distinct disease, and is a co-infection usually transmitted by exposure or inhalation of droplets from both viruses…read full article

Types of Flu Vaccines
Each season clinics must answer questions regarding influenza, including inquiries about the different types of the flu vaccines, and which one is best…read full article

A Brief History of The Flu Vaccine
Flu season is still about a month away, but the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) wants Americans to get vaccinated now. There's no cure for the influenza virus, which in its worldwide perambulations can mutate from a simple runny nose-and-sore-throat to a fatal illness. Each year…read full article

Giving Your Flu Clinic a Shot at Success
Anyone who has ever hosted a public flu immunization clinic can attest that there is a lot more that goes into a successful event than meets the eye. At a glance, you might think all you need to do is order vaccine, locate an administration site, hang out some signs and posters, and start immunizing. In truth…read full article

Health Care Initiative to Improve Influenza Vaccination
Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness that can be easily spread through person to person contact. Influenza can cause mild to severe illness and in some cases may lead to death. Annually…read full article

Is the Flu Vaccine a Good Idea for Your Family?
The flu season is from November to April, with most cases occurring between late December and early March, but the vaccine is usually offered between September and mid-November (and may be given at other times of the year)…read full article

Is the Flu Vaccine Right for You?
Many people think they do not need a flu vaccine. If you are one of those people, here are several well-documented reasons for scheduling an appointment this flu season…read full article

Protect Yourself and Others with an Annual Flu Shot
Why getting vaccinated benefits you and your community. Many people take a "come what may" attitude concerning seasonal flu, preferring to forego an annual flu vaccination. Some are healthy, active adults while others are parents who have questions or concerns about vaccine safety…read full article

The New High-Dose Flu Vaccine: An Extra Boost for U.S. Seniors
New research comparing the new Fluzone High-Dose vaccine and the seasonal flu vaccine sheds light on how ineffective the latter vaccine has been for the elderly…read full article

COVID-19 Vaccine Information

Understanding COVID-19 Variants
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is ever-evolving. As with all viruses, parts of the SARS-CoV-2 virus' genetic code can change (or mutate) over time. Mutation—when a single change occurs to the genetic code of a virus—happens often. 'Variant' is a term often discussed amongst viral changes or mutations and can be defined as viral genetic code that may contain one or more mutations…read full article

Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine Information

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Information: The Vaccine for RSV Virus
Respiratory syncytial (sin-SISH-uhl) virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms and typically spreads during respiratory virus season (fall, winter, and spring months in the Northern Hemisphere). RSV can affect anyone…read full article

Flu Return Instructions

Flu Return Instructions
Step-by-step instructions to return flu products purchased from FFF Enterprises for the 2023-2024 influenza season…read full article