Flu shot for children

With the onset of autumn, the topic of vaccinations for the prevention of influenza becomes relevant. To understand why children should be vaccinated against influenza, you need to know well what this virus is, and what consequences and complications it can cause.

This acute viral disease can occur in different ways, depending on the strain. That is, it can be a relatively mild form of the disease or a severe course of the disease with serious complications. A child can become infected in any public place or from a sick family member, so doctors strongly recommend getting vaccinated with the flu vaccine. After all, this dangerous virus can cause serious complications, and the vaccination develops immunity to a certain strain of the virus.

Vaccination should be carried out from September to November. Then, by the beginning of the epidemic, the child will already have developed immunity. How long does the flu shot last? It depends on the type of vaccine. As a rule, if you get vaccinated in the fall, then for the winter and spring season, the body is protected from this disease. Due to the high variability of the virus, it is necessary to get vaccinated against influenza annually.

Key benefits of vaccination

• Even if your son or daughter later becomes infected, the disease will pass almost unnoticed-without a high temperature and any complications. You may even confuse it with a minor cold.
• The child's immunity after vaccination is significantly strengthened. The baby's body will be prepared to fight the virus.
• The flu shot can be given in conjunction with other vaccinations.