Seasonal Influenza Vaccines - An Annual Necessity
Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness and, at times, can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year.
There are different flu viruses that are responsible for seasonal epidemics each year. The seasonal influenza viruses mutate frequently, so the composition of flu vaccines is reviewed annually and updated to match the current circulating virus strains. Due to this, influenza vaccinations are reco