"Did You Know?" - October 25, 2013

CDC - Seasonal Influenza (Flu) - Key Facts About Seasonal Flu Vaccine

October 25, 2013

The flu vaccine cannot cause the flu. The viruses in the vaccine are either killed or weakened, which means they cannot cause infection. If given during pregnancy, the flu shot has been shown to protect both the mother and her baby (up to age 6 months) from flu. You can take 3 steps to fight flu: get vaccinated, practice healthy habits, and take antiviral medications if prescribed. Please share this email with others interested in improving public health practice through evidence-based strategies. A library of "Did You Know?" information is available online.