The new year 2022 is coming, and the flu is easy to spread in the late winter and early spring. In the face of influenza, we do not know whether we should be vaccinated or not, and how to be vaccinated.

     Next, we will focus on a few points that you are more concerned about, and simply share with you, hoping to help you.

     From 2021-2022, several different influenza vaccines have been issued in China. You can choose the vaccine according to your own needs, and you can use intramuscular injection or nasal spray.

     1. Do I need to get the flu vaccine every year?

      Because the strains circulating every year are different, and the vaccine components will also be different, it is generally recommended that if conditions permit, it is best to get a new influenza vaccine every year. Generally, the effective period of protection is about 6 months after vaccination.

      2. Which one is better, intramuscular vaccine or nasal spray vaccine?

      This is judged according to age. Under normal circumstances, babies under 3 years old can only choose intramuscular injection. Children over 3 years old can choose nasal spray or intramuscular injection.

      3. When is the best time to get vaccinated?

      Generally speaking, it is judged according to the climate temperature. Like northern hemisphere countries, vaccination is recommended in September-October. On weekdays, pay attention to more ventilation in the home, let the air circulate, and use physical products to sterilize the indoor air is also a good preventive measure.