If you've been avoiding your annual flu shot, it's time to get a vaccine.
Today has been designated the National Influenza Vaccination Week's vaccination day for people with chronic health conditions. This year, vaccinations against H1N1 or swine flu and regular influenza are recommended.
It's extremely important that those with chronic conditions get the vaccine because they are at higher risk for serious flu-related complications like pneumonia. High-risk chronic conditions include asthma, diabetes, heart disease, kidney and liver disorders, neurological disorders, blood disorders, cancer and HIV or AIDS. A pneumococcal vaccine to prevent pneumonia is also recommended for people with diabetes.
After you get your flu shot, remember to take any antiviral medications your doctor might prescribe. Also, follow general best-practice strategies for flu prevention like washing your hands and covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze. Typically, the flu season last until May, but it's especially important to be vigilant during the winter months.
Check out AOL Health to learn about other diabetes complications.
Note: The contents of this blog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or substitute for professional care. For medical emergencies, dial 911!
Diabetes Patients: Get Your H1N1 Vaccine
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1. Flu shots are not needed in most of the population. They have caused health problems for many people. Unless someone is very sickly they do not need a flu shot.
http://www.naturalnews.com/027984_swine_flu_vaccines.html
and for diabetics http://ezinearticles.com/?Borderline-Diabetes?-Why-You-Must-Know-the-New-Normal-Blood-Sugar-Levels&id=3610925
Posted at 12:57PM on Jan 28th 2010 by Scott