Asthmatics Need Yearly Flu Sh... Health Article

Getting the flu can be serious business for people with asthma. The flu can leave you susceptible to serious illnesses such as pneumonia. That’s why it’s important to take steps to prevent it. 

The good news is that you can help prevent the flu. Here's how:

• Get a flu shot every year.

• Wash your hands often.

• Stay away from people who are sick.

The ideal time to get the flu shot is as soon as it is available each fall. Then the vaccine can protect you during the height of flu season between December and March. Check with your doctor to schedule your shot. When you call the office, say that you have asthma. If vaccine supplies run low, people with asthma get priority. 

You will need a flu shot every year. This is because the flu is made up of different strains that vary from year to year. Scientists update the vaccine each year to fight off the strains experts think will be the most common and serious.

Even with a flu shot, you may still get the flu, but your symptoms won’t be as bad and you will recover more quickly.                 

Getting a flu shot every year is vital to help protect your health.