Swine Flu Shots May Be To Late!
According to the Center for Disease Control, the best defense against flu, both seasonal and H1N1 or Swine Flu, is the flu vaccine. This week, they announced that the first shipments of the nasal mist form of the vaccine will be available.
But before you head out to your doctor's or the local flu clinic to get your Swine Flu shot, you need to know a few things.
1. The nasal mist is only for people aged 2-49.
2. It's being offered to health workers first, then to the groups most at risk for complicatons from H1N1.
3. The shot, itself, won't be available until later this month and will also be offered to high risk people first.
What does this mean for you? Well, unless you're a health worker, a pregnant woman, have a compromised immune system or are under 24, you may have to wait for your Swine Flu shot.
While you're waiting, there are things you can do to prevent both seasonal flu and H1N1 flu. Try to stay away from crowds. If you go out, wash your hands often and don't touch your mouth, nose or eyes.
If flu is widespread in your area and you do have to go out, wear an approved mask to protect yourself from other people's germs. If you really want to protect yourself, wear disposable gloves and throw them away when you get home and then wash your hands thoroughly.
Get plenty of rest and if you're overweight, try to lose some weight. Overweight is one risk factor for complications from H1N1. Eat healthy vegetables and fruits and cut down on sugar and empty calories. Drink water throughout the day to stay hydrated.
Getting a flu shot may be the best protection against seasonal and H1N1 flu viruses. However, until they're available, protecting our health is up to us.
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