Because of a new study that was just published the interest in FluMist (intranasal flu vaccine) has greatly increased with our clinical staff. The previous thinking was that this was a live vaccine and only to be given to healthy individuals so we have never used it for our hospital patients. I also found the storage requirements have changed and starting with the 2007-2008 season it can be refrigerated instead of frozen.
Now for the question - Have any of you used this product in the past for inpatients? Are you seeing more interest since the study?
I have already placed by flu vaccine order for the 2007-2008 season and don't really want to order FluMist in addition to the injectable. Can any of you advise me on this?? Thanks for your help!
Name of Facility: Ball Memorial Hospital/ 350 beds
