INFLUENZA VACCINATION

Apr 10 2025HEALTH

The Flu Shot Gap

The flu shot is a simple and effective way to protect against the flu. However, not everyone is taking advantage of it. Some groups, like older Black and Hispanic adults, are not getting the flu shot as much as they should. This is a worry, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic has changed how people think about vaccines. Health experts are keeping an eye on this s...

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Apr 03 2025HEALTH

Why is Kyrgyzstan Struggling to Vaccinate Against Flu?

There is no doubt that vaccines are a powerful tool to prevent diseases. Kyrgyzstan has been working on this for a while. They started a big program to vaccinate people against the flu back in 2013. Since 2017, they have been teaming up with a global health group to make sure more people get the vaccine. This year, they did a check-up on their flu vaccine program. Th...

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Apr 02 2025HEALTH

Flu Shots: The Missed Opportunity for Czech Republic's Chronically Ill

The Czech Republic has a big problem with flu shots. People with long-term health issues, like diabetes or heart disease, are more likely to get sick from the flu. They also tend to have more severe cases and complications. Yet, many of these people aren't getting the flu shot. This is a big issue because the flu shot can prevent these problems. The flu shot is ...

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Storytelling's Power in Boosting Flu Shot Trust: A Healthcare Worker Perspective

When it comes to protecting kids from the flu, there are lots of challenges, especially in urban areas with limited healthcare resources. One fascinating approach to tackling this is using digital storytelling. These are personal experiences shared through video, sound, or text, often resonating deeply with communities that may feel underserved. But how do healthcare...

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