Flu Season is Coming

   Michael Jaffe, M.D., FAAP
   Amelia H. Colley, M.D., FAAP
   Philip A. J. Dawson, M.D., FAAP
   Scott J. Iwashyna, M.D.

West End Pediatrics, P.C.
9606 Patterson Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23229

(804) 741-3105 fax
(804) 740-6171 office

posted 9/10/07
Flu Season is Coming

Flu shots are recommended for the following infants and children:
1. All infants and toddlers 6-23 months
2. Siblings, household contacts, and care providers of children 6-23 months
3. All children with chronic health problems such as asthma, diabetes, renal disease, sickle cell anemia, and immune deficiencies
4. Anyone else who wants to reduce their chance of catching influenza

Inactivated (killed) influenza vaccine has been used in the United States for many years. The vaccine is updated yearly since influenza viruses change constantly. Protection develops in about two weeks and lasts up to one year. Some people who get the flu vaccine may still get the flu, but it will usually be a milder case than those who didn’t get the shot.

We will be administering the flu vaccine for our patients starting October 1st. Please call after September 15th to schedule an appointment.

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Michael Jaffe, M.D., FAAP - Amelia Colley, M.D., FAAP - Philip A. J. Dawson, M.D., FAAP - Scott J. Iwashyna, M.D.
West End Pediatrics, P.C. 9606 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23229
Office: (804) 740-6171 FAX: (804) 741-3105