Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Ministry of Health, Israel is planning a study on IBD patients. IBD patients are considered at increased risk of developing complications from influenza H1N1. The safety and efficacy of H1N1 vaccine are not investigated in this population of patients. We want an estimate of the efficacy and safety of vaccination against influenza H1N1 in patients with IBD treated with immunomodulatory drugs.
Seasonal flu is a common disease that occurs every year, mostly in the winter. In April 2009, the world experienced the outbreak of new influenza virus H1N1 (the "swine flu" early) and has since spread around the world. Although this situation is clearly a source of concern and requires a heightened state of readiness, it is no cause for concern. One of the best ways to get ready for knowledge of the risks you and your family may face.
U.S. health departments begin management of a limited number of doses of H1N1 influenza vaccine to individuals in targeted high-risk groups Wednesday to locations in the state. Statewide Health Department has 55,000 doses available at this time.
Vaccine in injectable form will only be offered to pregnant women, children 6 months been 4 years old, parents, siblings and caregivers of children younger than 6 months old, children and adolescents 5 to 18 years old that underlying medical conditions, and healthcare workers.
"We have our limited quantities of the vaccine should target individuals at highest risk due to uncertainties in the range where we stand," Dr. Donald Williamson, state health officer, said. "We ask for your support and understanding at this time. As more vaccine becomes available, our department and other caregivers will vaccinate school children and others outside the groups begin:
- Stay active and healthy, get a lot of food, rest, and keep you on the high resistance.
- Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
- Touch your eyes, nose or mouth Germs spread this way.
- Cover your nose and month with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze.
- Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
If you stay home sick from work or school and limit contact with others to keep infect them. It is recommended that your doctor as soon as possible if symptoms worsen or are severe.
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