{"id":78844,"date":"2024-09-09T14:02:16","date_gmt":"2024-09-09T08:32:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/?p=78844"},"modified":"2024-09-09T14:02:16","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T08:32:16","slug":"why-is-it-important-to-get-vaccinated-for-flu-every-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/why-is-it-important-to-get-vaccinated-for-flu-every-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is It Important To Get Vaccinated For Flu Every Year?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-78845\" title=\"Why Is It Important To Get Vaccinated For Flu Every Year?\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799.jpg\" alt=\"Flu shot\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The flu, also known as influenza, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It tends to be more serious than the common cold and is potent enough to cause major outbreaks. It can produce life-threatening complications, including pneumonia, and should not be taken lightly.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The flu virus is a constantly evolving entity, changing its form every year. This means that the vaccination you took this year may not be effective next time. This underscores the importance of staying vigilant and keeping your vaccinations updated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Getting an annual flu shot is an easy way to protect yourself from severe flu.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdEB7PX2j35zG3TYGZtYz7OC9JLTtgcoYXOgNUVw1bXEJH_aQ\/viewform?utm_source=Googlefeed%20&amp;utm_medium=Articles&amp;utm_campaign=Flu_shot\"><b>Book your flu shot today<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Flu Strains Change Every Year\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The latest flu strains typically vary by year, as they are updated annually to match the most common circulating viruses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Influvac Tetra 2024-2025 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">is a quadrivalent flu vaccine designed to protect against four strains of influenza viruses for the flu season. [1] It helps boost immunity and reduce the risk of severe flu-related complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/drugs\/influvac-tetra-2024-2025-vaccine-1014857\"><b>Can&#8217;t find the flu vaccine? Order from India\u2019s most trusted online pharmacy, ensuring your safety and peace of mind.\u00a0<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Did you know that flu shots prevented a staggering 7.1 million illnesses and 3.4 million medical visits during the 2019-2020 flu season? [2]<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/vaccination-at-home?utm_source=Googlefeed%20&amp;utm_medium=Articles&amp;utm_campaign=Adult_Vaccination\"><b>Why go out when you can get vaccinated at home? Book your vaccination with Tata 1Mg for a trusted and hassle-free service.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Top 5 Reasons To Get The Flu Shot Every Year<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>1. Protection Against Evolving Strains<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-The flu virus evolves every year, making it essential to get the updated vaccine to stay protected against the latest strains.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-For the 2024-2025 flu season, the vaccine covers four key strains: <\/span><b>A\/Victoria\/4897\/2022 (H1N1), A\/Darwin\/9\/2021 (H3N2), B\/Austria\/1359417\/2021 (B\/Victoria), and B\/Phuket\/3073\/2013 (B\/Yamagata). [3]<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-Annual vaccination ensures your immune system is ready to combat the most prevalent viruses each season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/online-doctor-consultation\"><b>Have any queries regarding the flu vaccination? Connect with the best doctors at Tata 1mg for personalized guidance.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Enhanced Immunity<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-The flu vaccine strengthens your immune system by stimulating it to recognize and fight the virus, reducing your chances of getting sick.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-It also boosts your body&#8217;s ability to respond quickly if exposed to the flu, lowering the risk of severe symptoms and complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/categories\/immunity-boosters-142\"><b>Want to upgrade your immunity? Try our widest range of immunity boosters.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Reduced Severity Of The Disease<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-Getting the flu vaccine annually can significantly reduce the severity of the illness if you contract the flu.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-It helps your immune system recognize and combat the virus more effectively, leading to milder symptoms, quicker recovery, and a lower risk of serious complications like pneumonia or hospitalization.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/categories\/exclusive\/respiratory-care-14\"><b>Always keep your guard up and stay protected from lung diseases. Try our lung care range.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b style=\"font-family: inherit;font-style: inherit\">4. Protection to Vulnerable Individuals<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-The flu vaccine is a crucial shield for vulnerable individuals, such as the elderly, young children, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems who are more susceptible to severe flu complications.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-It also helps people with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), etc. By reducing the risk of flu infection, the vaccine can prevent exacerbation of these conditions and reduce the likelihood of serious complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/\"><b>Looking to order your vaccines or medications? Order from Tata 1Mg for fuss-free delivery.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b style=\"font-family: inherit;font-style: inherit\">5. Limited Spread Of The Flu<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-Regular annual vaccination plays a crucial role in curbing the spread of the flu, as it reduces the risk of both catching and passing on the virus to others.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">-When more people are vaccinated, it creates a protective barrier, making it harder for the flu to spread through communities. This is especially important for protecting those who are more vulnerable, such as the elderly and young children.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=uwh8ky8E-Gw\"><b>Listen to our expert talk about influenza in detail and the importance of getting vaccinated for it every year.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=uwh8ky8E-Gw\"><b>Click To Watch<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b><em><strong>(The article is written by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/editorial-policy-processes\/dr.-nitika-makhija-93\">Dr. Nitika Makhija, Manager, Clinical Health and Content<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/editorial-policy-processes\/monalisa-deka-18\">\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0and is reviewed by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/editorial-policy-processes\/dr.-swati-mishra-12\">Dr. Swati Mishra, Medical Editor<\/a>)<\/strong><\/em><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Sources:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Available online at<\/p>\n<p>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/flu\/prevent\/quadrivalent.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/flu\/prevent\/quadrivalent.htm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>2. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/flu\/prevent\/flushot.htm#\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/flu\/prevent\/flushot.htm#<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/flu\/season\/faq-flu-season-2023-2024.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/flu\/season\/faq-flu-season-2023-2024.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-78845\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799.jpg\" alt=\"Flu shot\" title=\"Why Is It Important To Get Vaccinated For Flu Every Year?\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/shutterstock_2486925799-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":73,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[80,285,199],"class_list":["post-78844","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-health-a-z","tag-cold-flu","tag-seasonal-flu","tag-vaccines"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Why Is It Important To Get Vaccinated For Flu Every Year? - Tata 1mg Capsules<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The flu, also known as influenza, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. 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