Just in time for back-to-school checkups, we have received FluMist, the nasal spray form of the influenza vaccine.  The flu vaccine is recommended for everybody 6 months of age and older.  FluMist is only approved for those 2 years of age and older, but we anticipate receiving the injectable form of the vaccine approved for all ages soon.  Health Day reports here that children benefit from either form of the vaccine, but the nasal spray in particular gives a better immune response in kids.  The flu vaccine can be given at any well visit, at a nurse visit any time during the week, or during one of our special Saturday morning flu clinics to be scheduled throughout the fall.  We will be announcing dates soon for the Saturday vaccine clinics.