Flu myths versus facts for parents and caregivers [Infographic]
January 16, 2015 - 3:12 am
(BPT) - According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), flu activity remains high in the U.S. and is now widespread. But it’s not too late to get a flu vaccine. However, did you know that one of the most common misperceptions about the flu vaccine is that it can give you the flu? The fact is that flu vaccine cannot give you the flu because it’s either made with a weakened or an inactivated virus or no virus at all. If you’re a parent or caregiver, especially with young children, be sure to seek medically accurate information from your healthcare provider if you have questions or concerns. Visit www.helppreventdisease.com/flu for this and other flu myths versus facts.