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Influenza strains vary from year to year, but one thing remains constant: everyone six months and older should get an annual flu shot. Influenza vaccination remains one of the best preventive measures for containing the spread and severity of flu. The AMA keeps you up to date with the latest news on ...Read More
Influenza strains vary from year to year, but one thing remains constant: everyone six months and older should get an annual flu shot. Influenza vaccination remains one of the best preventive measures for containing the spread and severity of flu. The AMA keeps you up to date with the latest news on

Influenza strains vary from year to year, but one thing remains constant: everyone six months and older should get an annual flu shot. Influenza vaccination remains one of the best preventive measures for containing the spread and severity of flu. The AMA keeps you up to date with the latest news on influenza vaccines, including types of flu vaccines available, when patients should get vaccinated, recommendations for population care and more. In addition, AMA provides resources on how to talk to patients about getting their seasonal flu vaccine and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Influenza hospitalizes over 200,000 patients annually. Follow these tips to ensure your patients get the proper immunization this flu season.

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It's that time of year -- holiday lights and celebrations seem to go hand-in-hand with sniffles, coughing and fatigue. But there's a way to protect yourself, your family and your holiday season: Get a flu shot.

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