Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Flu Shots for Elders


Previous studies have shown that perhaps senior citizens are not well protected by standard flu shots, even though elders are highly targeted as recipients. Studies have been ongoing regarding the aging immune response.

The drug manufacturer, Sanofi has produced a vaccine for senior citizens with a new type of flu shot, and so far the results are excellent. The new vaccine has shown superior immune response against all strains of flu.

The injection is delivered just below the skin and the vaccine is readily delivered to an area that is rich in immune cells.

So far, 7000 trials have been conducted, and Sanofi is seeking European approval of the new vaccine.

This is good news considering the annual death toll from influenza, especially among senior citizens.

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