Flu Shots 2014 (blogs, health, kids, family)

[Katarina Witt]

The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met last week and recommended flu mist vaccine for all healthy kids ages 2-8. The CDC usually follows their recommendations. The American Academy of Pediatrics has not yet issued a position on this recommendation. Please note I do not agree with everything in this link.
Federal Panel Backs FluMist For Kids, But The Shot Isn't Dead Yet : Shots - Health News : NPR

ETA: Here's a better link.
http://www.cidrap.umn.edu/news-persp...-vaccine-young

[ChrisFromChicago]

is there any reason to consider flumist

Last shot the 4.5 year old got, he said "thank you" to the nurse. . .

because - it is good for him

[ADVentive]

In my family we always get the shot. I prefer it over the mist because the mist is a live vaccine.

[Katarina Witt]

Originally Posted by ChrisFromChicago

is there any reason to consider flumist

Last shot the 4.5 year old got, he said "thank you" to the nurse. . .

because - it is good for him

The ACIP says flu mist has better efficacy. Your kid is an exception, but a good exception.

[Jaded]

Thanks Katiana! Sorry folks...but this will quickly become a vaccination debate thread. But at least you have the links!