I recently had my first flu shot and I cannot imagine that I will sustain another one in the future.
The government provides its' employees with flu shots every year. I was unsure about getting one myself but this is the information that was provided to the employees.
What are the benefits? Influenza is a contagious disease which is usually spread by coughing, sneezing and nasal secretions. Common symptoms would be: fever, sore throat, chills, fatigue, cough, headache and muscle aches.
The Center of Disease Control provided each employee with information on who should receive the shot and why people should get vaccinated.
Who should get vaccinated?
Some people are more prone to becoming sick with influenza and can lead to more dangerous conditions. For example, people with heart or breathing conditions. Children and the elderly are also more prone to obtain a more dangerous disease. Anyone who works with children, elderly or work in a health related agency or hospitals are usually forced to obtain flu shots or they cannot return to work until they are immunized.
What about the rest of us?
Anyone who wants to reduce the likelihood of becoming ill or spreading the illness should be immunized.
You can lean more about influenza vaccinations by contacting your physician, contact your local or state health department or contact the Center of Disease Control and Prevention at 1-800-232-4636 or they can also be accessed on the web at www.cdc.gov/flu.
My first experience was not a good one. Within an hour of receiving the vaccine, I was lethargic and my eyes began to poof out. By the end of the night, my eyes were completely red, I had what I called “goo” coming out of the corner of my eyes, numb lips, severe headache and all I wanted to do is sleep. I did not experience shingles but I can be certain that I will not return next year for a follow up.
After talking to co-workers, it appears to me that most people get sick the first time that they receive the shot and then become immune for the following years. I cannot comment on personal experience and clearly, I don't think I will try again next year. It has been one week since my flu shot and I FINALLY feel better.
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I recently had my first flu shot and I cannot imagine that I will sustain another one in the future.
The government provides its' employees with flu shots every year. I was unsure about getting one myself but this is the information that was provided to the employees.
What are the benefits? Influenza is a contagious disease which is usually spread by coughing, sneezing and nasal secretions. Common symptoms would be: fever, sore throat, chills, fatigue, cough, headache and muscle aches.
The Center of Disease Control provided each employee with information on who should receive the shot and why people should get vaccinated.
Who should get vaccinated?
Some people are more prone to becoming sick with influenza and can lead to more dangerous conditions. For example, people with heart or breathing conditions. Children and the elderly are also more prone to obtain a more dangerous disease. Anyone who works with children, elderly or work in a health related agency or hospitals are usually forced to obtain flu shots or they cannot return to work until they are immunized.
What about the rest of us?
Anyone who wants to reduce the likelihood of becoming ill or spreading the illness should be immunized.
You can lean more about influenza vaccinations by contacting your physician, contact your local or state health department or contact the Center of Disease Control and Prevention at 1-800-232-4636 or they can also be accessed on the web at www.cdc.gov/flu.
My first experience was not a good one. Within an hour of receiving the vaccine, I was lethargic and my eyes began to poof out. By the end of the night, my eyes were completely red, I had what I called “goo” coming out of the corner of my eyes, numb lips, severe headache and all I wanted to do is sleep. I did not experience shingles but I can be certain that I will not return next year for a follow up.
After talking to co-workers, it appears to me that most people get sick the first time that they receive the shot and then become immune for the following years. I cannot comment on personal experience and clearly, I don't think I will try again next year. It has been one week since my flu shot and I FINALLY feel better.
October 25, 2008 - 9:31amThis Comment
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