• April 26, 2024

Because the influenza virus is modified in a natural way (muta) every year, the Ministry of Health started last October and until the end of the winter season, an intense campaign for the application of the vaccine for this disease, which involves various subtypes, such as seasonal influenza A, H1N1, H3N2 and Type B in a single dose.

In particular, according to the Mexican Social Security Institute , the influenza vaccine they must apply it to vulnerable groups, such as minors, elderly people, people suffering from an important level of obesity, diabetes or cardiorespiratory conditions.

You may also be interested: 7 things you should know about influenza AH1N1

To learn more about vaccine of the virus influenza As well as its effectiveness, vulnerable groups and the disease itself, we present the following video of Salud con Gloria Contreras, by ExcelsiorTV , where a specialist tells you about it:

Adverse effects due to vaccination?

According to the specialists of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States, the vaccine it is the best control alternative because it reduces the chances of getting sick with influenza or spreading it to others; however, certain considerations must be taken prior to their application.

Before administering a Influenza vaccine , people or patients should be consulted about whether they have any allergies, such as eggs; the current state of health (due to a chronic illness), as well as making him aware of the possible adverse effects in case he has never contracted the disease.

The most common adverse reactions of the vaccine They are secretion and nasal congestion in all ages, fever and, in some cases, sore throat, primarily in adults. In the case of children between 2 and 8 years old, as well as older adults, they are possible in addition to the previous ones, wheezing, muscle pain and chills.

Because of the above and so that the vaccine for influenza become an effective form of prevention, it is important to approach with health professionals and health centers that carry out the campaign, to inform themselves prior to its application according to each specific case.

Video Medicine: Flu Vaccine Side Effects (April 2024).