Tony's Tips
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1. Zostavax—recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices for everyone over age 60; the vaccine decreases the risk of getting shingles by 50%, and lowers the risk of having nerve pain after the attack by 39%. It’s expensive—$150—and ... “2006—The Year That Was” Show (01/06/2007 4 PM) |
2. As of June 2007, there is no avian influenza in North America. A vaccine has been FDA approved, but is not recommended for general use. "Grand Child Raising" show (06/23/2007 4 PM) |
3. To prevent the flu, get vaccinated. Wash or sanitize your hands frequently. If you develop respiratory symptoms, muscle aches, and high fevers, get to your doctor within 48 hours. There are medicines that prevent the complications of influenza. The "Throw Mama From The Train" show (01/10/2009 4 PM) |
4. Single Shingle Shot—getting one shingles vaccination at age 60—can lower your risk of shingles, and reduce the chances for long-term disabling shingles pain. No Taxation Without Eructation Show (04/11/2009 4 PM) |
5. the number one priority group for swine flu vaccine is pregnant women. They have been reluctant to get vaccinated for flu in the past, but swine flu is especially dangerous during pregnancy. Now for Something Completely Different Show (08/15/2009 4 PM) |
6. The New England Journal of Medicine says 34% of people born before 1950 have antibodies against the H1N1 flu. Swine flu vaccine, like Trix®, is for kids. Zero Tolerance Show (09/26/2009 4 PM) |
7. According to the CDC, you should still get a flu shot, even if you had “the flu” this spring or summer. Fifth Annual Fall Fall Spectacular (10/24/2009 4 PM) |