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How can I keep my child from getting the flu?
Good hygiene is the key. Click here for an AAP Info Guide with more specific information.
Who should receive the flu vaccine?
Anyone over 6 months of age can receive the flu vaccine. The flu vaccine is recommended
for all children from 6 months to 5 years of age as well as for children with any chronic
medical problems such as asthma (including exercise induced asthma) or diabetes. Family
members of infants <6 months of age and of children that are in the categories listed above
are also recommended to receive the flu vaccine.
When can I bring my child in for the flu vaccine?
Now. It is best to receive the flu shot October through Early December before the flu
season starts. This is especially true for young children who need 2 shots. You can make an
appointment specifically for the flu vaccine, or, alternatively, flu shots may be given during
well child visits and some sick visits. Please inform the person scheduling the appointment if
you would like to have your child receive the vaccine during a sick/well visit. We anticipate
having the flu vaccine available through the early portion of the new year.
Do I need an appointment to have my child vaccinated?
Yes. In order to keep your wait time to a minimum, we ask that you make appointments for
all children that you will be bringing in for the flu vaccine.
Can parents receive the flu vaccine?
Yes- However, please ask for details when you make an appointment.
How many shots are required?
Adults and children over 9 years of age require 1 shot yearly. Children less than 9 years of
age who have not had the flu shot before or have only had 1 previous dose, will require 2
doses of the flu vaccine yearly. The doses need to be spaced 1 month apart.
Is the flu vaccine safe?
Multiple studies have shown that the flu vaccine is safe and beneficial. For more information
on the flu and flu vaccine, click here. The flu vaccine is not for everyone. According to the
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), the following groups should not get a
flu vaccine before talking with their doctor:
* People who are have a severe allergy to hens' eggs;
* People who have had a severe reaction to a flu vaccine in the past;
* People who previously developed Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) in the 6 weeks
after getting a flu shot; and
* Children less than 6 months of age.
Please call 970-484-4871 for an appointment.
Good hygiene is the key. Click here for an AAP Info Guide with more specific information.
Who should receive the flu vaccine?
Anyone over 6 months of age can receive the flu vaccine. The flu vaccine is recommended
for all children from 6 months to 5 years of age as well as for children with any chronic
medical problems such as asthma (including exercise induced asthma) or diabetes. Family
members of infants <6 months of age and of children that are in the categories listed above
are also recommended to receive the flu vaccine.
When can I bring my child in for the flu vaccine?
Now. It is best to receive the flu shot October through Early December before the flu
season starts. This is especially true for young children who need 2 shots. You can make an
appointment specifically for the flu vaccine, or, alternatively, flu shots may be given during
well child visits and some sick visits. Please inform the person scheduling the appointment if
you would like to have your child receive the vaccine during a sick/well visit. We anticipate
having the flu vaccine available through the early portion of the new year.
Do I need an appointment to have my child vaccinated?
Yes. In order to keep your wait time to a minimum, we ask that you make appointments for
all children that you will be bringing in for the flu vaccine.
Can parents receive the flu vaccine?
Yes- However, please ask for details when you make an appointment.
How many shots are required?
Adults and children over 9 years of age require 1 shot yearly. Children less than 9 years of
age who have not had the flu shot before or have only had 1 previous dose, will require 2
doses of the flu vaccine yearly. The doses need to be spaced 1 month apart.
Is the flu vaccine safe?
Multiple studies have shown that the flu vaccine is safe and beneficial. For more information
on the flu and flu vaccine, click here. The flu vaccine is not for everyone. According to the
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), the following groups should not get a
flu vaccine before talking with their doctor:
* People who are have a severe allergy to hens' eggs;
* People who have had a severe reaction to a flu vaccine in the past;
* People who previously developed Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) in the 6 weeks
after getting a flu shot; and
* Children less than 6 months of age.
Please call 970-484-4871 for an appointment.