How Flu Vaccines like Fluzone Prevent the Spread of Influenza
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by: MFV.
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Date: Tue, 3 May 2011 Time: 4:27 AM
People do many things to avoid spreading and catching the flu, from coughing into their arms, and using hand sanitizers to taking extra vitamin C. While these measures may be helpful, the single best way to prevent the spread of flu is by getting a flu vaccine.
Flu virus vaccines, such as Fluzone® by sanofi pasteur, Inc., are essential in the fight against influenza (commonly known as the flu). Fluzone is just one of several effective flu vaccines distributed by FFF Enterprises, the nation’s most trusted distributor of vaccines and biopharmaceuticals. Other flu vaccines distributed by FFF include Fluvirin®, manufactured by Novartis Vaccines, and Afluria®, manufactured by CSL Biotherapies.
Fluzone flu vaccine contains three inactivated (killed) influenza viruses: type A (H1N1), type A (H3N2) and type B. It is available in both pediatric and adult formulations, in prefilled syringes and multi-dose vials. Fluzone HD (high dose) is recommended for seniors aged 65 and older and is also available for the 2011-12 flu season. Seniors are at high risk for flu related complications, including hospitalization and death. That’s why having a Fluzone vaccine just for seniors is extremely valuable from a public health perspective.
To make access to influenza vaccines like Fluzone easy, FFF Enterprises created an innovative program called MyFluVaccine (www.MyFluVaccine.com) in 2006. Unlike the traditional influenza vaccine distribution system, with its uncertain delivery dates and quantities, MyFluVaccine gives healthcare providers the ability to choose their delivery dates and product quantities, making clinics easier to plan.
Safe and effective vaccines like Fluzone are a major part of the arsenal that healthcare professionals can use to reinforce vaccination as the single best way to fight the spread of the flu and maintain public health. Since every flu season is different, the flu should never be taken lightly. For most people, getting immunized against influenza is the easiest and most effective way to reduce their risk of infection. For more information, visit www.MyFluVaccine.com.
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MFV is the author of this article on Fluzone. Find more information about Fluzone Vaccine here.
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