Parents of children with allergies know that they have to be especially cautious when it comes to the medication, vaccines and environmental factors that their kids are exposed to.
But recently, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) said that parents should not be concerned about having their children receive the flu vaccine or immunization. In fact, the organization recommends the vaccination for children with allergies, as well as those with asthma.
"Because the influenza vaccine is grown in eggs, it contains trace amounts of egg," Michael Foggs, ACAAI president, said in an official press release. "Despite that, we know that administration is safe, and children with egg allergies should be vaccinated. We recommend that, as with any vaccine, all personnel facilities administering flu shots have procedures in place for the rare instance of anaphylaxis."
Over the past several years, there have been a series of studies conducted that support this claim from the ACAAI.
With flu season quickly approaching – it usually starts in December, but has been known to hit as early as October – now is a great time to get into your doctor's office for injection. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that 21,000 children under five years old are hospitalized each year for flu-related symptoms, while only about 55 percent of kids ages 5-17 are vaccinated.
For children with asthma, influenza can be a really devastating sickness, as the cold will attack their lungs and airways as well as their sinuses making it increasingly hard to breath. This can trigger asthma attacks or lead to more serious illness like pneumonia.
When it comes to keeping kids safe and healthy, it is best to have all the information, and the best allergy control products. For more information on how Allergy Be Gone can help, contact us today!
