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TOPIC: Flu Vaccine Shortage
It's estimated that 36 thousand people die from the flu in the United States every year. That's what happens even when the flu vaccine is plentiful - but what happens this flu season when almost half the vaccine will not be available? On the next Health Link we'll find out how local medical facilities are responding to the shortage. We'll also take a look at what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones from the influenza virus. GUESTS: Theresa Briggs, MD, PhD Dr. Briggs specializes in Infectious Disease Medicine at Prime Care Physicians. Lois Symonds, RNA Ms. Symonds works with the Berkshire Visiting Nurses Association to head flu clinics for the community. Elizabeth Dears Kent, Esq. Ms. Dears Kent serves as counsel for the Medical Society of the State of New York's Division of Government Affairs. Michael Pasquerella, PharmD Dr. Pasquerella is the Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator at Ellis Hospital. Daniel Mayer, MD Dr. Mayer is an Attending Physician in the Emergency Department at Albany Medical Center as well as an Associate Professor for Emergency Medicine at Albany Medical College. Web Resources
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recognized as the lead
federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people - at home and
abroad, providing credible information to enhance health decisions, and
promoting health through strong partnerships. CDC serves as the national focus
for developing and applying disease prevention and control, environmental
health, and health promotion and education activities designed to improve the
health of the people of the United States. For the latest information on flu and
the vaccine supply visit their web site.
Go to their website for more info The American Lung Association is the oldest voluntary health organization in the United States, with a National Office and constituent and affiliate associations around the country. Founded in 1904 to fight tuberculosis, the American Lung Association today fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health. For good flu health habits visit them on line. Go to their website for more info The New York State Department of Health provides information to consumers on the flu vaccine shortage and flu prevention. Go to their website for more info |
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