Immunization Section

Flu Season 2012-2013

Influenza and Pneumonia Information

CDC Influenza Prevention and Control
The most recent information on influenza disease, the flu vaccine, and related issues

Preventinfluenza.org
Information from the National Influenza Summit

IAC's Influenza information
Information from the Immunization Action Coalition

Prevention and Control of Influenza PDF
Comprehensive influenza information and vaccine recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)

Prevention of Pneumococcal Disease
Comprehensive information on pneumococcal disease and prevention from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)

Flu & Pneumonia Vaccines FAQs
Commonly asked questions and answers relative to influenza and pneumococcal disease and vaccination.

Influenza Vaccination Linked to Reduced Risk of Hospitalization for Heart Disease and Pneumonia
Article from the April 2003 New England Journal of Medicine. These findings highlight the benefits of vaccination and support efforts to increase the rates of vaccination among the elderly.

FDA Information on Flu Vaccines
Information on Influenza Virus Vaccine safety and Availability

Nursing Home resident vaccination coverage
Displays detailed information about every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country

www.flu.gov