Tag Archives: influenza

All About the Flu

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Harvard Vanguard

Unlike the common cold or other minor ailments that people mistakenly call “the flu,” real influenza is a major illness that can have life-threatening complications, especially for people of certain ages or with specific high-risk conditions. In this short video, … Continue reading →

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Get your flu vaccination here!

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Harvard Vanguard

It’s that time of year again – flu season is coming!  Harvard Vanguard practice sites continue to receive shipments of flu vaccine and will schedule appointments for seasonal flu vaccination as long as supply lasts. We have a flu home … Continue reading →

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Frequently Asked Questions about Vaccines

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Dr. Ben Kruskal

In pediatricians’ offices all around the country, just like everywhere else, it is once again the time each year when we see children and families getting ready for school: having their well-visit and annual check-ups if it’s been a year … Continue reading →

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