5 myths about the flu vaccine - World Health Organization (WHO)
Myth 2: The flu vaccine can give me the flu Fact: The injected flu vaccine contains an inactivated virus that cannot give you influenza. If you feel achy or slightly feverish, it is a normal reaction of the immune system to the vaccine, and generally lasts only a day or two.
Influenza vaccination – 7 things to know - World Health …
Oct 21, 2018 · Influenza can cause severe disease and death, especially in older people, young children, pregnant women and people with long-term health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder.
Types of seasonal influenza vaccine - World Health Organization …
May 13, 2010 · The viruses included in these vaccines are inactivated so they do not cause influenza, although minor side effects may occur including local reactions at the injection site. Persons without previous exposure to influenza vaccine antigens may experience transient fever, malaise, myalgia (muscle pain) and other systemic adverse events.
Recommendations announced for influenza vaccine composition …
Sep 27, 2024 · The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced the recommendations for the viral composition of influenza vaccines for the 2025 influenza season in the southern hemisphere. The announcement was made at an information session after a 4-day meeting on the Composition of Influenza Virus Vaccines. The meeting is held twice annually, once for the southern and once for the northern hemisphere.
Global Influenza Programme - World Health Organization (WHO)
In this 2017 photo, captured inside a clinical setting, a health care provider was placing a bandage on the injection site of a child, who had just received a seasonal influenza vaccine. Children younger than 5-years-old, and especially those younger than 2-years-old, are at high risk of developing serious flu-related complications.
Recommendations announced for influenza vaccine composition …
Feb 23, 2024 · The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced the recommendations for the viral composition of influenza vaccines for the 2024-2025 influenza season in the northern hemisphere. The announcement was made at an information session after a 4-day meeting on the Composition of Influenza Virus Vaccines. The meeting is held twice annually, once for the southern and once for the northern ...
Influenza (Seasonal) - World Health Organization (WHO)
Oct 3, 2023 · Seasonal influenza (the flu) is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses. It is common in all parts of the world. Most people recover without treatment. Influenza spreads easily between people when they cough or sneeze. Vaccination is the best way to prevent the disease.
Influenza seasonal - World Health Organization (WHO)
Oct 16, 2024 · Seasonal influenza is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses which circulate in all parts of the world. It is characterized by a sudden onset of fever, cough (usually dry), headache, muscle and joint pain, severe malaise (feeling unwell), sore throat and a runny nose. The cough can be severe and can last two or more weeks.
New recommendations for the composition of influenza vaccines …
Sep 23, 2022 · The World Health Organization has announced the recommended viral composition of influenza vaccines for the 2023 southern hemisphere influenza season.
Five simple steps to protect against flu - World Health …
Nov 13, 2019 · Remember: a flu vaccine cannot give you flu. To feel achy or feverish after vaccination is a completely normal and natural reaction, and generally lasts only a day or two. Wash your hands regularly. Clean hands protect against many infections, including flu. Keeping your hands clean is an easy way to keep yourself and your family healthy.