The Importance of Flu Shots! KRKA 4 News (2008). Flu Shots.[image]. Retrieved November 28, 2008, from http://arkansasmatters.com/content/fulltext/news/?cid=150541
After receiving my flu shot yesterday for the first time, I have begun to question its importance. Throughout my childhood I never received a flu shot as my mother believed they weren’t necessary. After some research on the topic I have come to realize why health care facilities promote flu shots. The flu is a highly contagious disease that comes in various forms each year. Doctors investigate the most common flu that is infecting the population and base the flu shot on such. For some the flu is seen as no big deal, but it can be deadly for those at high risk. These high risk individuals include the elderly, young infants, and those with chronic conditions or asthma. Although the flu shot cannot ensure that one will not catch the flu, it is a very effective prevention. This prevention is what can stop the spread of the flu and save the lives of many. Therefore, its importance can’t be stressed.
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Sam, I totally agree with your ideas about the flu shot.
I also recieved mine for the first time this year and did some research to find out more about it. It does seem to be a good way to help yourself as well as people around you. I loved reading about your thoughts on the subject!
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