If you want to get a lot of attention on the big screen, an old rub goes, all you have to do is trot out some kids or a dog. In long-term care, just bring up the topic of mandated flu shots for healthcare...
Flu shots: An accommodation for everybody
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 21, 2012
If you want to get a lot of attention on the big screen, an old rub goes, all you have to do is trot out some kids or a dog. In long-term care, just bring up the topic of mandated flu shots for healthcare...
FDA approves DPT vaccine for seniors; shingles vaccine under-utilized
Jul 12, 2011
A new single-dose vaccine that prevents tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough) in those older than 65 has been approved, the Food and Drug Administration announced Friday.
Flu shot co-pays waived for Medicare beneficiaries this year
Sep 08, 2010
Individuals covered under Medicare will be eligible to receive this year’s flu shot without co-pays or deductibles, according to health officials.
CDC devises new way to estimate flu-related deaths
Aug 30, 2010
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Newly approved flu vaccine protects against H1N1, seasonal strains
Aug 05, 2010
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved a new influenza vaccine that protects against the H1N1 strain as well as seasonal strains of the flu.
New flu shot for seniors may be available, but the jury’s still out on its effectiveness
May 03, 2010
A new, stronger flu vaccine for seniors aged 65 and older has been licensed for use, according to recent reports.
Vaccinating nursing home workers does not help prevent flu from spreading, study finds
Mar 18, 2010
Giving nursing home workers a flu vaccine is ineffective at preventing the spread of influenza among residents, a new Canadian study suggests.
Millions of H1N1 vaccine doses to expire by Feb. 15
Feb 04, 2010
Some 12 million doses of H1N1 flu vaccine will expire by Feb. 15. That is earlier than expected, according to manufacturer Sanofi Pasteur, which recently notified U.S. governmental agencies of this finding.
H1N1 vaccine could be available by end of month
Sep 15, 2009
Health officials say the H1N1 flu vaccine could be available as early as three weeks from now. And only one dose may be needed for each recipient.