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Vaccinated. Vaccination is the
best protection against contracting the
flu. You need two vaccines to be fully
protected this year. The seasonal flu
vaccine is different from the H1N1
(Swine) flu vaccine. The CDC is
encouraging people to get both
vaccinations. Get both vaccinations as
soon as possible. More
information on Vaccination
Find a Flu Clinic Near You
and Get Vaccinated. The American Lung
Association (ALA) has an online tool
called, Flu Clinic Locator. Visit the ALA
Flu Clinic Locator or our Flu
Shot Locator page, to find flu shots
in your area.
If
you do contract the flu, talk to your
doctor about antivirals.
Antiviral drugs are prescription
medicines (pills, liquid or an inhaler)
that can be used for prevention or
treatment of flu viruses. If you get
sick, antiviral drugs can make your
illness milder and make you feel better
faster. Two types of antivirals,
Oseltamivir (TAMIFLUŽ) and Zanamivir
(RELENZAŽ) may be effective against the
H1N1 (Swine) flu. More
information on medications and
antivirals.
Take
these everyday steps to protect your
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