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Safety Corner

Influenza Vaccinations

The Health Unit will offer influenza immunizations to NASA civil servants every Tuesday and Wednesday (except holidays) from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon until current supplies are exhausted. The flu is a virus that may change from year to year. Therefore, a vaccination is recommended every year. Per CDC Guidelines, individuals that are considered high risk are first priority to receive the vaccine.

You are considered high risk if you……

  • are over 65 years of age
  • have chronic lung disease
  • have heart disease
  • have diabetes or other metabolic disorder
  • have anemia
  • have illnesses or treatments that weaken the immune system (long-term treatment with drugs such as steroids; cancer treatment with x-rays or drugs; HIV/AIDS or other diseases that affect the immune system)
  • are pregnant and your doctor advises vaccination
  • are taking care of a high-risk person

There have been some reports of fever, restlessness, muscle soreness, and some allergic reactions to the flu shot. However, serious reactions are very rare and you cannot get the flu from the vaccine.

For more information refer to http://www.cdc.gov or call the Health Unit at x6-6666.