For
Healthcare Professionals

Each year, influenza causes approximately 20,000 hospitalizations and nearly 100 deaths in children in the US. Influenza can also worsen chronic health conditions such as asthma and can lead to serious medical complications, including pneumonia and bronchitis. However, with annual influenza vaccination, healthcare professionals can help keep children healthy and increase vaccination awareness among parents and family members.

According to a survey by the National Foundation or Infectious Diseases, a strong recommendation from a pediatrician or other healthcare provider would make nearly 3 in 4 mothers more interested in vaccinating their child against influenza.

As a healthcare provider, it’s up to you to start the “influenza” dialogue regarding annual influenza vaccination recommendations. It’s your duty to provide parents and caregivers with the information they need to make an informed choice – the choice to have their children vaccinated against the leading cause of vaccine-preventable death in the US. It is also important to set an example to parents by getting vaccinated yourself and making sure that your office staff is vaccinated each year.