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Swine Flu Vaccines – Are They Effective? |
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 Swine flu has been making alot of noise in the world of health recently. This 2009 swine flu pandemic has made people cautious about taking care of their health. In order to stop the spread of this flu, you see how intensively health organizations are promoting bodily protection against it aside from putting several antiseptic materials in public spaces. Apart from this, vaccines have also been developed in the aim to prevent people from getting this disease.
However, most of the things developed, especially in the health care department may not immediately pass the skeptical eyes of the consumer. Upon hearing about this vaccine, the first thing that comes to mind is whether this works or not. You can say that the efficacy relies on the how it reduces the risk of contracting Swine Flu. According to the studies to date, using the volunteers and animal subjects, it appears that it has reduced the risk of getting this particular disease. |
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What about the use of antivirals to treat novel H1N1 infection? |
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Antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid or an inhaled powder) that fight against the flu by keeping flu viruses from reproducing in your body. If you get sick, antiviral drugs can make your illness milder and make you feel better faster. They may also prevent serious flu complications. This fall, antivirals may be prioritized for persons with severe illness or those at higher risk for flu complications. Source: CDC H1N1 Flu | H1N1 Flu and You |
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Are there other ways to prevent the spread of illness? |
Take everyday actions to stay healthy. - Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
- Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures. These measures will continue to be important after a novel H1N1 vaccine is available because they can prevent the spread of other viruses that cause respiratory infections. Source: CDC H1N1 Flu | H1N1 Flu and You |
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Where will the vaccine be available? |
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Every state is developing a vaccine delivery plan. Vaccine will be available in a combination of settings such as vaccination clinics organized by local health departments, healthcare provider offices, schools, and other private settings, such as pharmacies and workplaces. Source: CDC H1N1 Flu | H1N1 Flu and You |
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Who will be recommended as priority groups to receive the novel H1N1 vaccine? |
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Based on what we're currently seeing with respect to the virus and epidemiologic data, states, communities, and health care providers should begin planning strategies for how they will vaccinate younger people (children and younger adults), pregnant women, healthcare personnel, and people who have underlying health conditions. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and other federal advisory bodies will continue to monitor the virus and review epidemiologic data over the summer. We'll be looking to the ACIP and other stakeholders, as well as the public, as we move forward in our planning. It is possible that vaccine priority groups will differ from earlier guidance as more data becomes available however it's very important for planning to continue based on information currently available. Source: CDC H1N1 Flu | H1N1 Flu and You |
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