Before him influenza B outbreak registered in the province of Buenos Airesespecially in the population between 25 and 34 yearsfrom the Council of the Ministry of Health get the flu shot and pay attention to the appearance of symptomwhat They vary according to each person.
F.fever, chills, cough, sore throat, congestion, muscle and / or muscle aches, headache and fatigue are the main symptoms and, before their appearance, it is recommended to carry out a symptomatic treatment with anti-fever, rest and hydration.
“A widely held misconception is that flu drugs cure the flu. However, it is important to note that, In fact, the so-called drugs are aimed at relieving the symptoms of the disease, but they do not act on its causative agent“stated the Ministry of Health in a press release.
For this, they emphasize that being a pathology caused by a virus, what exists and can be done to prevent it is to apply a vaccinehow there are no “drugs that eliminate the cause”.
Where to get the flu shot
The flu shot is inside the official vaccination calendar and it applies to both public health system or inside private vaccination clinics.
It is indicated in one way free for over the age of 65 (one annual dose), people between 2 and 65 years of age with risk factors (same dose), pregnant people (up to 10 days after delivery) e children between 6 months and 2 years.
In the city of Buenos Aires, you can book shift in the CeSaC from the official website of the Municipality. While in private centers, even those who are not reached by strategic groups and have to pay a can apply it 4500 pesosapproximately, depending on the vaccine.
It is also available 0800-222-1002And toll-free number of the Ministry of Health of the Nationwhere this and other vaccines are reported, where and how to apply them across the country.
