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Why do you need a flu vaccination every year?
A yearly flu vaccination is needed for several reasons, including that the flu viruses are always changing, and the vaccine composition may change from one season to the next. Each year, we need an annual flu vaccine for optimal protection against the flu virus. This season's vaccine is well matched to the flu strains circulating in our area and the nation.
National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) is December 4-11, designated by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to highlight the importance of continuing influenza vaccination through the holiday season and beyond.
A yearly flu vaccine is recommended for everyone 6 months and older, and it's not too late to vaccinate against the flu. The flu vaccination is especially important for pregnant women, says Dr. Rosa Moreno, Ob/Gyn, ARC Medical Park Tower. She explains why and answers common flu vaccine questions in a special video produced by the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Flu season in Central Texas usually peaks around January or February, and can last through April, so it's important to vaccinate. It takes about two weeks after vaccination for the body's immune response to fully kick in.
"Anyone - even healthy people - can get sick from the flu," says Dr. Russ Krienke, ARC Medical Director. "Getting the flu vaccine is simple, and it's the most important thing you can do to protect you and your family."
It's not too late to vaccinate! Get a flu vaccine today.
 Dr. Russell B. Krienke
ARC South
3828 & 3816 South First St.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 443-1311
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