Optimize Flu Vaccinations for 2020-21

August 2020

Concerns of a double threat from influenza and COVID-19 will bring a new intensity to optimizing flu vaccinations for 2020-2021.

Tell patients it's more important than ever to get a flu vaccine...even though it won't protect against COVID-19.

Immunization may help avoid an office or ED visit for flu, which can lighten the healthcare load...and might reduce exposure to COVID-19.

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Table of Contents

Infectious Diseases Consider Steroids for Some Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients
Venous Thromboembolism Weigh VTE Prevention Strategies in COVID-19
Influenza Optimize Flu Vaccinations for 2020-21
Antimicrobial Stewardship Focus on Antimicrobial Stewardship During Care Transitions
Emergency Medicine Advise on Safe Med Use for Rapid Sequence Intubation
Pediatrics Use the "KIDs List" to Identify Risky Meds in Children
Insulin Compare Lyumjev and Semglee to Other Insulins
Wound Care Identify Who Needs Tetanus Vaccine and Immune Globulin
Gastroenterology Address Med Concerns for Patients With Dysphagia