050 Flu Shots for Older Adults: What to Know

October 19, 2017 • 00:40:52
050 Flu Shots for Older Adults: What to Know
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050 Flu Shots for Older Adults: What to Know

Oct 19 2017 | 00:40:52

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Show Notes

In This Episode:

Dr. K explains what all older adults and family caregivers should know about annual vaccination against influenza. She covers:

  • What is influenza, and how many people are affected every year
  • Why older adults are at higher risk of harm from the flu
  • How the vaccine works
  • The two key ways you can protect yourself from the flu
  • How pneumococcal vaccination helps protect against flu complications
  • What to know about flu shots designed for older adults
  • Which influenza vaccine she thinks is best for most older adults
  • What to do if your older relative is unable or unwilling to get vaccinated

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