I haven't been too proficient at posting on my blog. Everyone should be pleased to know that I am spending time being a physician and caring for my family. Certainly, an appropriate trade-off.
I would like to remind everyone to get a seasonal flu vaccine. Certainly, we have them in the office and, of course, the local pharmacies are pushing them as well. The indications for the pneumonia vaccine have been modified, as has been the recommendations for the Shingles vaccine. Pneumonia vaccination is recommended now for smokers as well as those with chronic medical conditions and those over the age of 65. Shingles is appropriate beginning at age 50. There is more scientific data for over the age of 60 but it is reasonable to get it earlier. We all know people who have suffered greatly from shingles. If you are not sure if you had the Shingles, you should still get the vaccination. There isn't information for prevention if you have already had the outbreak. It may be reasonable to vaccinate if there is a decent amount of time since you had the outbreak to get the vaccination- I imagine 5 years or so.
I hope to send emails out reminding to get a flu vaccine and make an appointment.
RW
http://www.RobertJWolfMD.com
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