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Home - OMRF News - Archives for flu vaccine

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What you need to know about the flu

January 30, 2018

This year’s flu outbreak is shaping up to be the worst in a decade. Why does it vary so much season to season?

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Yes, you should get a flu shot

November 20, 2013

Influenza kills 36,000 Americans and 500,000 worldwide each year.

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Bird flu: What you need to know

April 9, 2013

The H7N9 virus has proven deadly in China, but it is not yet a pandemic.

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Cover your mouth, cover your bases, to avoid flu

January 29, 2013

Already got a flu shot? There’s more you can do to stay healthy.

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Best time for a flu shot: Right now

December 6, 2012

It takes 2 weeks after a flu shot for the body to develop immunity.

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Best way to avoid the flu? Cheat

October 8, 2012

Vaccine gives the body a head start in fighting the virus

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