Influenza vaccines
Influenza Vaccines
Influenza vaccines, also known as flu shots or flu jabs, are vaccines that protect against infection by Influenza viruses.
Pronunciation
Influenza: /ˌɪnflʊˈɛnzə/ Vaccines: /vækˈsiːnz/
Etymology
The term "Influenza" comes from the Italian word "influenza", meaning "influence". The term "vaccine" originates from the Latin vaccinus, meaning "of or from the cow", as the first vaccines were derived from cowpox used to immunize humans against smallpox.
Types of Influenza Vaccines
There are several types of influenza vaccines:
- Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (IIV)
- Recombinant Influenza Vaccine (RIV)
- Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine (LAIV)
Effectiveness
The effectiveness of the influenza vaccine varies. It is most effective when the virus strains in the vaccine match the ones circulating in the community.
Side Effects
Common side effects of the influenza vaccine include soreness at the injection site, headache, muscle aches, and fever.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Influenza vaccines
- Wikipedia's article - Influenza vaccines
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