Influenza (Flu) Vaccines
Beginning each fall, it seems you can’t turn on your TV or arrange play dates without hearing about the flu. This year, parents have to wade through information about the seasonal flu as well as the novel H1N1 strain that appeared earlier this spring. Parents are left wondering what the difference is between seasonal flu and the new H1N1 strain, and whether their families are prepared to handle both viruses.
While we always recommend you reach out to your health care provider about decisions affecting your family’s health, the links below offer you more information on each disease and the immunizations available to protect you and your loved ones. We hope these pages will serve as a handy guide during this year’s flu season.
Seasonal Flu
Find out more about seasonal flu and its potential impact on your family’s health.
Novel H1N1 Flu
Discover how this new pandemic strain of influenza can affect your family this flu season and how best to protect your loved ones.
Flu Vaccine Locator
Locate seasonal and novel H1N1 influenza vaccine clinics with the “Flu Vaccine Locator.”
The Impact of Flu
One child lost to flu is one too many. Learn more about the devastating effects of influenza on families.
H1N1 Advice from the Experts
Watch vaccine experts discuss the novel H1N1 flu vaccine and its safety.
Latest News
Keep up on the latest developments regarding both seasonal and novel H1N1 flu including vaccine safety monitoring.
More Resources
Check out these sites for more information on a variety of topics including how to prevent the flu.