About Today: How to Beat the Seasonal Flu

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Today As part of National Influenza Vaccination Week, we're collaborating with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on a live Twitter chat today at 1pm EST to answer your questions about the flu, vaccinations, and more. We'll have a number of Health Guides and staff members available, so please join us by following and tweeting the hashtag #NIVW. We hope to see you! Seasonal Flu Vaccines 101 The hordes of sniffling commuters we're seeing on the New York City subways can only mean one thing: The winter flu season has begun. Where to Get Flu Vaccines Do Flu Vaccines Prevent Stomach Flu? See More About:  tamiflu  flu symptoms  flu shot reactions Why Healthy People Need Flu Vaccines Even if you're young, relatively healthy, and shouldn't have any difficulty fending off or recovering from the flu, getting a flu vaccine helps contribute to what's called "herd immunity." Possible Side Effects of Flu Vaccines Groups at High Risk of Flu Complications See More About:  medical decision making  infectious diseases  influenza About Flu Vaccines and Kids Our Guide to Cold & Flu says that young children, particularly those under the age of two, are especially vulnerable to the flu and could suffer from severe symptoms. Flu Vaccines and Pregnancy How to Treat Colds and Flu During Pregnancy When You Should Call In Sick to Work It's never fun dealing with severe colds, so why would you want to risk sharing your misery with your coworkers? How to Help Prevent Colds and Flu Over-the-Counter Cold and Flu Medications See More About:  influenza  infectious diseases  medical decision making Today Ads Flu Colds and Flu 2011 Flu Season Flu Shot Vaccine Flu Vaccination UK Featured Articles History of Christmas Trees Christmas Trees for Birds Holiday Credit Card Mistakes Decorating Ideas for Yards How to Hang Outdoor Lights Find Truly Green Christmas Trees   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement