Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Information for Specific Groups

In an effort to help patients stay informed about both seasonal and H1N1 flu, we have created the FAQs below from information provided by The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH).

• FAQ - General
• FAQ - Vaccines
• FAQ - Pregnant Women
• FAQ - Children
• FAQ - Seniors
• FAQ - Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine
• Asthma Information for Patients and Parents of Patients
• What Adults with HIV Infection Should Know About H1N1 Flu
• Interim Guidance for People With Heart Disease, Stroke, or Cardiovascular Disease

 

Vaccine Information Sheets (VISs)

Please use the following links to view the Vaccine Information Sheets (VISs) for each vaccine being distributed this flu season. These information sheets are typically provided to patients at the time they receive their vaccine.

• H1N1 Inactivated (injection)
• H1N1 Intranasal (nasal mist)
• Seasonal Inactivated (injection)
• Seasonal Intranasal (nasal mist)

 

• Seasonal and H1N1 Flu Frequently Asked Questions
• Are You at High Risk for Seasonal or H1N1 Flu?
• Seasonal Flu and H1N1 Flu Vaccination Schedule and Flu Info Phone Lines
• Influenza-General Information
• Seasonal Flu
• H1N1 Flu
• Avoiding the Flu and Colds
• Resources

• Flu Home