The National week of vaccination against influenza
Governor Deval Patrick announced that 10 – January 15, 2010 is the national week of vaccination against influenza also in Massachusetts. The national week of vaccination against influenza is a national period established by the CDC to emphasize the importance of giving continuity to the flu vaccination, as well as better use of vaccine supplies after the holiday of the year and extend so vaccination beyond January.
Every year, certain days of the week designated to highlight the importance of vaccination people. This year the focus is being given to health professional, people with chronic illnesses that put them at greater risk of developing complications from the flu, children, pregnant women, caregivers of infants younger than 6 months, young people and the elderly.
The severity of influenza, the speed with which it spreads and what happens now can be unpredictable. Therefore, vaccination is the best way to avoid the flu and the health complications associated with it. We have distributed more than 3.5 million doses of H1N1 vaccine in the state and encourage people of all ages to get vaccinated. Remember that the vaccine not only protects you but also help prevent spreading the disease to their family and friends.
