Journal of Urgent Care Medicine

Flu Vaccines Now Making Their Way To Providers, Pharmacies

Several pharmaceutical manufacturers have announced the start of their outgoing shipments of influenza vaccines to healthcare providers and pharmacies in preparation for the 2025-2026 flu season, including GSK, CSL Seqirus, and Sanofi, according to a post by CIDRAP. Historically, every spring, a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory committee meets to recommend which flu strains to include in the seasonal vaccine—recommendations that allow manufacturers to begin production. At the same time, the Centers for Disease …

FDA Approves FluMist For At-Home Use

A new nasal formulation of the flu vaccine has been approved for at-home administration for individuals 2 through 49 years of age, according to an announcement from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The vaccine will still require a prescription, and it won’t be available until next year. Patients can order FluMist nasal spray directly from an online pharmacy. Those who choose the online option will be screened with an eligibility assessment, and if appropriate, …

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