Afluria Flu Vaccine: Effective Protection Against Seasonal Flu

It is a common expression among those in the public health field that if you have seen one flu season, you have seen one flu season. Because flu strains change so much from year to year, the flu is highly unpredictable. That’s why an annual flu vaccine is so important. Although many people think the flu is no big deal, each year thousands are hospitalized due to flu-related complications. This is especially tragic since it’s so easy to protect yourself and your loved ones by getting immunized with flu vaccines like Afluria®, manufactured by CSL Biotherapies. Afluria is distributed by FFF Enterprises, the largest and most trusted distributor of vaccines and biopharmaceuticals in the United States. In addition to Afluria, FFF also distributes Fluvirin®, manufactured by Novartis Vaccines, and Fluzone® manufactured by sanofi pasteur, Inc. As a flu vaccine distributor, FFF is committed to getting flu vaccines like Afluria to healthcare providers in the most streamlined way possible. In 2006, FFF developed an innovative program called MyFluVaccine (www.MyFluVaccine.com) to do just that. Unlike the traditional influenza vaccine distribution system, with its uncertain delivery dates and quantities, MyFluVaccine gives healthcare providers the ability to request their delivery dates and quantities, making clinics easier to plan and prepare for. In addition to easy online ordering for vaccines like Afluria, the MyFluVaccine website provides news, updates, resources and clinic planning tools. There are special informative sections for consumers and employer groups, as well as providers. FFF has also produced a “Flu Vaccine Myths & Facts” brochure that is downloadable as a PDF from the website, or as a printed booklet that healthcare providers can order for their patients. Each flu season healthcare providers promote flu awareness to encourage the public to schedule an annual flu vaccine at a flu clinic. These campaigns are intended to educate people about the deadly consequences of flu. Although you may think “It’s just the flu,” the truth is more people die from flu-related complications than all other vaccine preventable diseases combined. No matter how you look at it, the flu should not be taken lightly. Also, it is never too late to get vaccinated. Ask your healthcare provider about Afluria flu vaccine today and spread the word not the flu! Not sure if you should get vaccinated? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging everyone aged 6 months and up to get vaccinated against influenza. Safe and effective vaccines like Afluria are part of the arsenal that healthcare professionals can use to encourage everyone to get vaccinated. Getting a flu vaccine is the single best way to fight the spread of the flu and maintain public health. For more information, visit www.MyFluVaccine.com.