Focus on the Flu

I have been getting the flue shots the pass 5yrs, this year I got a Pneumonia shot also, so far I never had the flue.

I got a flu shot in 2009 for the first time and did not get the flu and had no reactions. However, I did not get one this past year 2010, because of the swine flu, the H1N1 added to it. I don't know what to thnk about that shot, it hasn't been around long enough. I wish they would offer 'just' the flu shot for those that are wary of this other one. So far I have not had the flu, keeping my fingers crossed.

All of us need to keep the flu symptoms in mind and follow the steps to prevent it. We have enough to deal with diabetes, we don't need flu complications on top of everything else.

thanks again John. im learning alot of things i didnt know. Keep it coming. you are really blessed. ty papajoesgurl

Well, I wasn't going to get the flu shots this year but, after reading the article you posted, I have changed my mind. Thanks for setting me straight! What was I thinking…

Loved the article. Very informative. My mom is a pharmacy tech. and going to school for pharmacy. She is making sure my brother and I get the flu and pneumonia shot every year. Especially me being diabetic. My mom will not let me get the H1N1 shot yet. She is not convinced on it's safety. My pediatrician doesn't have the flu shots available yet…I think they should have it by now..Walgreens started back on Septembe 1st. What are they waiting for? Kids shoulb be first!. I was sent home from school today sick, not sure if it is the flu…going to the doctors tomorrow…the shot is a little late don't you think? Kids under 18 can't receive the flu shot at Walgreens only their pediatrician…what a shame. By the time they get the shot in I am already sick. My mom could have given me the shot starting in September but I am not 18. How come Walgreens can get them for adults and kids who are the worse germ spreaders have to wait till their pediatrician gives them…still waiting. My mom is quite upset. What do you mom's and dad's think about this situation? Diabetics can really suffer dangerous consequences from this.

Excellent informative article. I have discussed the H1N1 shot with my doctor who says he and his wife will not be getting it. I have had the seasonal flu shots for the last few years (since my diabetes diagnosis) and had the pneumonia shot 2 years running but was then told I only need one every 10 years. Of course I ended up spending 10 days in the hospital with pneumonia anyway, so may get the pneumonia shot again this year whether it is recommended or not. I will not be getting the "Swine Flu" shot. If it kills me it kills me but the side effects of the shot could be just as bad.

I received the flu and the Pneumonia shot last year and stayed free of the flu. But, with all the talk about "H1N1 flu shot controversy" I honestly don't know what to do the H1N1 it has not been proven enough to my satisfaction on its effects there seams to be too much hype about it. I will get the yearly flu shot but will talk with my doctor and then what to decide what to do about getting the h1n1 flu shot is a different story altogether. Decisions decisions.

Last year I got the Flu and the Pneumonia Vac, I don't regret it one bit, especially since I'm on oxygen for COPD (chronic bronchitis) and asthma. i have too many health conditions to think about so I do my best to survive without any type of coughing and I was very blessed last winter! I also feel that along with washing one's hands that one should also remember all the germs that are on those faucets, light switches, etc. So we can never to be too careful but we always are humans, which means we do have flaws. So I suggest both shots, washing your hands plus the rest of the house and keeping a regular routine. Have a blessed fall and winter everyone!

I am reading up on this and it says that most Medical people that were questioned are not taking that shot. It has not been tested enough.

I had a major reaction last year when I got the Pneumonia shot and the flu shot in the same arm. My arm got red and hot and sweeled up majorlly. My doc has recomended that I not have the shot we didn't talk about the H1N1 though. Wonder about that.

I received the flu shot last year and stayed free of the flu. But, with all the talk about "H1N1 flu shot controversy" I honestly don't know what to do. I suppose I will get the yearly flu shot but then what to decide what to do about getting the h1n1 flu shot is a different story altogether. Decisions decisions.

i wiil get the flue vaczine but not the h1n1 it has not been proven enough to my satisfation on its effects. i will wash my hand use gloves with shopping carts and use sanitizer before going in to a store and after leaving keep it in purse and in car door as well. if need bee will put a scarf a round my nose and mouth. if it gets bad i will stay in doors all winter if i have too to avoid this shot.

while I agree with keeping your hands washed, staying home if you are sick and so on…I am not a proponent of the flu shot. There are so many questions around this "supposed" swine flu and the development of the vaccine. Be very cautious about getting it. I don't have a good feeling about this shot.

Need a lot more information that I can use while I have this "virus"

Been a diabetic since March of 92 and this "non-flu" virus has been kicking my butt. I always get this cough(and I always lose my voice) and stuffed up nose. If a non-flu can kick my butt I wouldn't want to know what a flu can do. I always get the flu shot and willing to pay $50 dollars for a pneumonia shot. Good luck in staying healthy!

I have never had a flu shot because everyone I know that has had one gets really sick after taking it. The jury is still out for me on this one.

I do live with "school age" children; we have all gotten our Seasonal flu shot. I will get the kids vaccinated against the H1N1 only if it is a "deactivated vaccination".

thanks, John for the info. Great article.

Thanks John for this excellent article on the flu. It's very good and informative.