The FDA is expecting plenty of flu vaccine this year.As a result, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) this week recommended that healthcare providers broaden their vaccination services to include people 50 to 64 years of age.
This was not the case a week ago. Although those with chronic diseases, including diabetes, have always been a prioritized group, if you find yourself still looking for a flu shot, give your physician another try.
(The annual flu shot will not protect against the more virulent avian flu making headlines. A vaccine for the avian flu is not yet available.)
For the FDA's press release on flu vaccine supply:
FDA Update on Influenza Vaccine Supply
For the CDC's press release on vaccine distribution:
CDC Reports that Nation’s Influenza Vaccine Supplies Continue to Increase; Advises Broadening of Vaccination Efforts
