Vaccines

Vaccines are the most important tool we have for preventing influenza. The links below will take you to more information about the 2009 H1N1 flu vaccines.

• Click here for information on where to get vaccinated for seasonal and H1N1 influenza
• Vaccine Information for Health Care Professionals
• Frequently Asked Questions about Influenza Vaccines: Seasonal Flu and 2009 H1N1 (Influenza A) Vaccines
• Who is at High Risk of Developing Flu-Related Complications?
• Information for Pregnant Women
• Vaccine Safety Resources
• 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Supply Status
  • CDC Podcast: H1N1 Flu Vaccine – Why the Delay?
• General Information from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)  about 2009 H1N1 Vaccines
  Information on who should receive the vaccine, information for specific groups, vaccine safety, vaccine supply and distribution, vaccine information sheets and more.
• Flu Myths and Realities
  Flu.gov addresses rumors about vaccinations, the flu, and public health

Antivirals

Although yearly vaccination with the flu vaccine is the primary strategy for preventing complications of influenza virus infections, antiviral medications with activity against influenza (seasonal and 2009 H1N1) viruses can be effective for the prevention and treatment of influenza.

Follow the links below for the most current information from MDCH and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on indications for use, recommendations, pharmacokinetics, side effects and more.

• Antiviral Information for Health Care Professionals
• 2009 H1N1 and Seasonal Flu: What You Should Know About Flu Antiviral Drugs
• Questions & Answers: Antiviral Drugs, 2009-2010 Flu Season
• Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) of Tamiflu: Fact Sheet for Parents and Patients