Flu Season Upon Us Again

Tis the season. And in that spirit, here’s a reminder of years past: high fever, headache, muscle ache, cough, sore throat, chills, fatigue, nausea/diarrhea and runny or stuffy nose. Yep, it’s flu season all right. According to Michael Brandt, Pharm.D, pharmacy clinical supervisor at Kootenai Health, “The sooner you get your flu shot the better. Your immune system will start to kick in immediately, but you’ll get your maximum benefit in about two weeks and that will stay with you the entire season.” The flu shot is an ever-evolving creation and its annual appearance is nothing less than a crapshoot/ George Kingson , Coeur d’Alene Press. More here.

Question: I’ve already had my flu shot. I take them religiously each year. Earlier and earlier in the fall. I’ve been fortunate to avoid the flu when I get the shot. So far. How about you?