subject: Fluzone Keeps People Of All Ages Flu-free [print this page] The flu doesnt pick and choose when it comes to attacking its victims. Infants, kids, working adults and seniors can all become infected with influenza. Thankfully, Fluzone flu vaccine protects patients of all ages from the flu, including young children and seniors. Flu vaccines such as Fluzone by sanofi pasteur, Inc., are essential in the fight against influenza and can help protect entire families from flu-related complications this flu season.
Fluzone is distributed by FFF Enterprises, the nations most trusted distributor of flu vaccines. FFF also distributes Fluvirin, manufactured by Novartis Vaccines, and Afluria manufactured by CSL Biotherapies. All of these vaccines are an essential part of the annual arsenal healthcare providers use to help protect the population at large from the highly contagious influenza virus.
Fluzone has several different formulations for specific population groups. Fluzone is indicated for active immunization of persons six months of age and older against influenza disease caused by influenza virus subtypes A and type B contained in the vaccine. But when it comes to seniors, Fluzone High-Dose is indicated for active immunization of persons 65 years of age and older against influenza disease caused by influenza virus subtypes A and type B contained in the vaccine. This vaccine is especially valuable for seniors who are statistically more likely to develop life-threatening complications from catching the flu.
To make flu vaccines like Fluzone more accessible, FFF Enterprises has designed an innovative program called MyFluVaccine (www.MyFluVaccine.com). Unlike the traditional influenza vaccine distribution system, with its uncertain delivery dates and quantities, MyFluVaccine gives healthcare providers the ability to request their delivery dates and quantities, making clinics easier to plan and prepare for.
In addition to easy online ordering for vaccines like Fluzone, the MyFluVaccine website provides news, updates, resources and clinic planning tools. There are special informative sections for consumers and employer groups, as well as providers. FFF has also produced a Flu Vaccine Myths & Facts brochure that is downloadable as a PDF from the website, or as a printed booklet that healthcare providers can order for their patients.
Influenza vaccination is the most effective way to prevent influenza. Although the flu season can begin earlier and last longer, it usually starts in December, peaks in January or February, and continues through March. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while October and November are traditionally the primary vaccination months, vaccination in December or later is still recommended for those who are not vaccinated earlier. Influenza vaccination not only helps to decrease the risk of influenza and its complications for the vaccine recipient but can also reduce the risk of the virus spreading to those who come in contact with vaccinated people.
Getting vaccinated is the single best way to fight the spread of the flu and maintain public health. For more information, visit www.MyFluVaccine.com.
