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What is Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot)? Used to provide active immunity to influenza virus strains contained in the vaccine. Optimal time to receive vaccine is October-November, prior to exposure to influenza; however, vaccination should continue into December and throughout the influenza season as long as vaccine is available.

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Reasons Taken

33 patients in the community are taking or have taken Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot).

Reason # Patients Percentage of patients
General health 26 78%
disease-related symptoms 1 3%
Decreased diaphragm strength 1 3%
Improve immune function 1 3%

Duration

How long current patients have been taking Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot) or how long patients were taking Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot) before stopping.

Currently taking Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot)

0-1 month 1-3 months 3-6 months 6 months-1year 1-2 years 2 years or more
9
6
1
2
5
6

Stopped taking Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot)

0-1 month 1-3 months 3-6 months 6 months-1year 1-2 years 2 years or more
1
0
0
0
0
0
Why Patients Stopped Taking Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot) (multiple reasons could be selected)
Reason # Patients Percentage of patients
Other 2 100% Other: 100%


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