Flu

Although pharmacists administered vaccines historically, it was not until the late 1990s that pharmacy-based immunization programs were established in the modern community pharmacy setting.

The holiday season is a great time for pharmacists to educate patients on ways to stay healthy.

In recognition of customers who protect themselves, their families and their communities by getting flu shots this season, the Rite Aid Foundation has announced that it is donating more than $1.8 million to KidCents charities.

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Patients with T2D who get the flu shot may have a reduced risk for hospitalization related to cardiovascular or respiratory issues.

Quadrivalent formulation of Protein Sciences’ Flublok influenza vaccine protects against 4 strains of influenza.

The FDA has approved its quadrivalent formulation of Protein Sciences' Flublok influenza vaccine for protection against 4 strains of influenza-3 of the same strains found in its trivalent version, along with an additional B strain. It is the first high-antigen-content quadrivalent flu vaccine approved by the FDA.

When an influenza pandemic breaks out, public health officials scurry to vaccinate as many individuals as they can.

Bartell Drugs and Seattle's Union Gospel Mission have teamed to help protect the homeless and insecurely housed residents of the downtown core by distributing flu kits" and vouchers for free flu immunizations.

Pharmacists immunize populations unlikely to otherwise receive vaccines. However, incompatible data systems obscure evidence of vaccination receipt and increase the risk of repetitive vaccination.

Pharmacists who launched marketing campaigns for flu shots in late summer may have jumped the gun for their older patients.

Flu vaccines are already available at many retail pharmacy locations, though the flu season typically starts on October 1.

With flu season just around the corner, it is important to stay up-to-date with CDC recommendations and changes each year.

When it comes to influenza treatment, oseltamivir is often the first medication considered, but could peramivir be an alternative in inpatient settings?

Routine vaccination declines significantly as patients enter adolescence.

Meijer has announced that it will donate $5 to its signature hunger relief program, Simply Give, for each flu shot administered at its 230 stores.

Pharmacists recommend an annual flu vaccine to protect patients against influenza-related morbidity and mortality, but do we follow our own advice?

With students heading back to school and flu season on the horizon, pharmacy technicians will soon experience a surge of patients requesting their flu shot and other vaccinations.

Pharmacist vaccination programs have increased influenza vaccination coverage.

The Kroger Co. has announced a new health and wellness campaign in partnership with The Little Clinic and Feeding America, the nation's largest domestic hunger relief organization.

Pharmacists can now administer most vaccines in community pharmacies in most states, including those requiring a multidose series.

Just in time for the 2016-2017 flu season, the FDA has approved the first generic version of oseltamivir phosphate (Tamiflu).

Infectious disease forecasting is an emerging area for flu season public health effort planning and response.

Neuraminidase inhibitors are important tools when influenza strikes and epidemics develop.

Miranda Wilheim, PharmD, clinical associate professor at SIUE School of Pharmacy, discusses ways that pharmacists can prepare for the upcoming flu season.

Health care providers often frame their immunization promotions by explaining that vaccination protects the individual.

All pregnant women, plus those planning to become pregnant during the influenza season, should receive an inactivated influenza vaccine, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.

During febrile seizures, babies fall unconscious and may convulse. Their eyes may roll back, and their limbs may twitch or become rigid.

The 2015-2016 influenza season was remarkably mild compared to the previous 3 flu seasons.