Who Should Get It: Universal vaccination is recommended, but it is especially critical for vulnerable groups, young children, pregnant women, older adults, and those with underlying chronic health conditions.
Children's Dosing: Children under 9 years old who are receiving the flu vaccine for the first time require two doses, spaced at least four weeks apart.
Timing: The flu vaccine takes about two weeks to provide full protection. It is ideally administered before the peak of the flu season to allow the body to build immunity.
Side Effects: Common side effects include mild soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site, as well as minor body aches or low-grade fever. It is important to know that you cannot get the flu from an inactivated flu sho
Blood glucose tests also known as blood sugar tests are usually used to monitor and assist with the management of diabetes.
People with diabetes often monitor their own blood glucose at home through a finger-prick test with a blood glucose monitor.
The standard blood glucose tests measure your blood sugar level at a particular time and can help you to see the effects of food, exercise, medication and illness on your blood glucose levels.
As blood glucose monitoring detects your blood sugar levels at a particular point in time, it is not an accurate tool to assist with the diagnosis of diabetes. Your blood glucose levels generally go up or down during the day based on food, exercise, hormonal changes, and illness.
However, high levels of glucose can indicate diabetes or being at risk of diabetes. At Star Pharmacy, we are able to conduct such a screen and discuss with your what the test results mean for you, given your specific circumstances.
Our vision at Star Pharmacy is to offer “Better Health Solutions” with our advanced technology, extensive health services, experienced pharmacists, naturopath and trained staff we will assist you with all your primary health care needs.
