Maximizing Your Influenza Vaccine Supply

With the 2004 Influenza Season behind us and the 2005 Influenza season soon approaching there are many questions about who will supply and how much supply will there be of the Influenza vaccine for the U.S.

With the many unknowns surrounding Influenza supply, one thing that is known is that the BD Integra™ Syringe can help you to maximize your Influenza vaccine to allow you to vaccinate more patients.

By understanding all the benefits the BD Integra™ Syringe can bring you this flu season - is the best preparation.  

Texas Children’s Hospital*

Based on a study performed at Texas Children’s Hospital, the results indicate that by using  the BD Integra™ 3 mL Syringe, Texas Children’s Hospital was able to draw 35 extra full doses versus the total number of labeled full doses to vaccinate 7% more patients and save $0.74 per dose of Influenza vaccine. 

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. While most healthy people recover from the flu without complications, some people, such as older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at high risk for serious complications from the flu. 

By using the BD Integra™ Syringe you can help treat those patients who are at risk – regardless of the Influenza vaccine supply situation. 

For up to the minute information regarding Influenza Season, log on to www.cdc.gov/flu/

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