Who Needs The Flu Shot and Anti-viral Medications?
The very young and elderly are among the most susceptible to flue-related complications, as are pregnant women and those with unrelated health issues. People fitting into these categories should strongly consider getting a seasonal flu shot usually around September. Although, a recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association indicated decreasing effectiveness of the influenza vaccine on people as they age, doctors still recommend flu shots for the elderly, noting the increase risk of seniors to developing pneumonia and stating that any protection is better than no protection. Those susceptible to influenza complications are also encouraged to accept anti-viral medication treatment should they become infected with the flu. Even if you are healthy, it is still a good idea to get vaccinated against the flu to both prevent the overall spread of the virus and to escape the general negatives that come with a bout of influenza. Many people either believe they do not need or ar
