Preparing for Flu Season

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English - October 02, 2017 19:00 - 6.07 MB - ★★★★ - 7 ratings
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We are heading into flu season, so it is time for pediatric offices to get prepared! Certain populations are at a higher risk of having serious flu-related complications, including pregnant women, children younger than 5 years old, children with chronic medical conditions and anyone who lives with any of the above mentioned populations.

In this important segment, Dr. Rachel Orscheln discusses this year's flu vaccine, the latest recommendations on the nasal spray and educating patients on the importance of getting the flu vaccination.