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There are two types of flu vaccine - the injection, which contains killed virus, and the nasal spray, which contains live, weakened flu virus as the antigen that sparks the immune response.
About two weeks after the vaccination adults are protected against the specific types of flu virus included in the vaccine. There are usually 3 types in the seasonal flu vaccinations.
Some possible side effects of the vaccine are soreness at the injection site, achiness in muscles, or a very mild fever. These effects usually only last one or two days, or not at all.
Children over 6 months and under 10 years usually receive a series of two flu vaccinations about a month apart, since their immune systems aren't able to respond with full immunization without the "booster". Usually two to three weeks after the second vaccination, they will be fully protected from those specific virus infections as long as they have an otherwise healthy immune system.
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Is influenza a viral infection?
No, influenza is a negatively stranded RNA virus belonging to the orthomxyoviridae family. Retroviruses are also RNA viruses but convert the RNA to DNA once inside the cell, with reverse transcriptase.
Does influenza still happen?
Yes, influenza still occurs every year, typically during the winter months. It is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses and can lead to mild to severe symptoms, and occasionally even death, particularly in vulnerable populations such as the elderly, young children, and individuals with underlying health conditions. Vaccination is an effective way to prevent influenza and its complications.
Does equine influenza harm horses?
Yes, equine influenza can harm horses by causing respiratory symptoms such as coughing, nasal discharge, and fever. In severe cases, it can lead to pneumonia and other complications. Vaccination and good biosecurity practices are important for preventing and managing equine influenza.
What are some interesting facts about influenza?
Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. The flu virus can mutate rapidly, leading to seasonal epidemics and occasional pandemics that can spread globally. Symptoms of the flu include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills, and fatigue. Vaccination is the best way to prevent seasonal influenza.
Are you immune to Influenza after you have had it?
You are not immune to Influenza. Even getting the yearly flu vaccine is no guarantee that a person won't get the flu. You can get the flu but it won't be as bad as it could be if you hadn't received the flu vaccine.
Can a patient positive for influenza receive the flu vaccine?
Vaccination is only a preventative measure, it will not cure influenza.
Can vaccination against influenza prevent pneumonia?
Yearly vaccination against influenza can decrease the risk of pneumonia for certain patients
Can someone with COPD be given an influenza vaccination?
Yes. Having Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is not a contraindication to receiving an influenza vaccination.
A vaccination does not exist for which illness the flu common cold or chickenpox?
The common cold does not have a vaccination available. Vaccines are available for the flu (influenza) and chickenpox.
What is the medical term meaning bird flu?
Avian Influenza, H5N1 or Avian Influenza, H7N9.
What ICD-9 code is used for the flu shot?
For an inpatient claim for reimbursement, the ICD-9-CM diagnosis codes would be V04.81 for the reason for an influenza vaccination (need for prophylactic vaccination against influenza) and V03.82 (need for prophylactic vaccination against streptococcus pneumoniae, aka pneumococcal pneumonia) for the pneumonia vaccination. The ICD-9-CM procedure codes would be 99.55, Prophylactic administration of vaccine against disease, for the pneumococcal vaccine and 99.52, Prophylactic vaccination against influenza, for the flu vaccination.Outpatient claims are coded differently with more complex specificity related to patient demographics, etc. than the inpatient ICD-9-CM codes. For a quick reference to the proper coding for these for an outpatient episode of care, see the related link below to the official CMS information for CPTand pharmaceutical codes and additional guidelines for coding for Medicare.
What is critical for the health and safety of your beneficiaries when screening for contraindications prior to vaccination with influenza?
D). All of the above
What is the disease that requires an annual vaccination?
The influenza virus mutates so rapidly that a new "crop" requires a yearly vaccination. Each year you are getting vaccinated for a new virus.
How can you control aH1N1?
Prevention with vaccination is the best way to control this influenza. See more in the related questions below.
How would you use vaccination in a sentence?
Example sentence - The children knew they would receive the vaccination on Thursday.
Have you ensured that your babies have received the Hep B vaccination?
Yes, it is recommended that babies receive the Hepatitis B vaccination to protect them from the virus.
Is influenza a viral infection?
No, influenza is a negatively stranded RNA virus belonging to the orthomxyoviridae family. Retroviruses are also RNA viruses but convert the RNA to DNA once inside the cell, with reverse transcriptase.
