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In young children they are usually given in the large muscle of the lateral thigh. If the child is developed well enough to have good muscle tissue available in the arm, they can get the vaccination in that muscle. The clinician who is giving the flu vaccination will make the decision for the patient at hand on the best site of the injection.
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Can flu shot be given in a gluteal muscle?
Unless there is some obscure local legislation, yes. The majority of shots can be give almost anywhere. Come places are more effective however it is possible to get a flu shot in the hip.
When can you stop flu shots?
The flu vaccine is recommended for children and the elderly but nobody is forced to get it. Whether or not to get a flu vaccine is a personal choice.
When you get bird flu shots where does it go on your body?
There are no bird flu shots available yet. There have been vaccines produced but they are being stockpiled by the World Health Organization in case a pandemic ever does get started. The vaccine would be injected like regular flu shots into a larger muscle. Typically on adults that is the upper arm (deltoid) muscle. In children it is usually given in the thigh muscle. Intramuscular injections can also be given in the muscles of the buttocks.
Where can one get a free flu shot?
Many clinics, doctors, and even pharmacies will offer free flu shots. Checking with one's local pharmacy may be the fastest way to obtain a free flu shots. Often times, children, pregnant women, and the elderly may be given priority for these, as well as the economically disadvantaged.
If you have the flu what would be best without the flu shots?
I'd take a flu mist. The one when it is sprayed up your nose. A lot of people get sick from flu shots.
What is a FLU nurse?
A FLU nurse is an LPN or RN who administers flu shots.
Are flu shots good for you?
NO
Do Jehovah beliefs in vaccine?
Vaccinations are up to the individual. A majority of Jehovah's Witnesses immunize their children and get annual flu shots.
Do you have seasonal flu shots available If you do, how much do you charge?
Sometimes you can get seasonal flu shots for free. Lots of churches will have days when you can get them free.
What should Aspirin not be given for?
Aspirin even children's aspirin-should never be given to children or teenagers with flu-like symptoms or chickenpox
What is an immunization commonly known as a flu shot given to prevent?
A flu shot will prevent the type of influenza virus or viruses that have been used to make the vaccine. A,nd it may sometimes protect against a different, but very similar, strain.
Is there anything that fights off the flu besides flu shots?
There is a drug called Tamiflu that is an anti-viral drug that is used to help your immune system fight the flu. Flu vaccinations prevent the flu but they do not fight the flu if you already have it. The vaccines can be administered either by injection as a flu shot or can be given by intra-nasal route with a nasal spray preparation.
