Fighting the Flu

Renowned Hollywood actor, Wes Studi, expresses concern about the higher threat that flu poses to Native peoples. Ttudi reaches out to American Indians and Alaska Natives to get vaccinated, prevent the spread of germs and take antivirals that can help. Studi urges viewers to protect the circle of life and know the facts about the flu to protect themselves, their families and their communities from influenza. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: www.cdc.gov
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Time : 3 min 37

Added : 08/03/11 14:28

Tags: seasonal flu vaccine / swine flu vaccines / flu influenza vaccine

Fighting Flu (:30)

Renowned Hollywood actor and Cherokee tribe member, Wes Studi, explains how American Indians and Alaska Natives remain at high risk from flu. Studi reaches out to tribal communities and encourages them to get vaccinated against the flu to better protect themselves and their families. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: www.cdc.gov This video can also be viewed at
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Time : 0 min 30

Added : 10/02/11 21:20

Tags: seasonal flu vaccine / swine flu vaccines / flu influenza vaccine

Wes Studi: Take 3

Wes Studi, Hollywood actor and Cherokee tribe member, urges American Indians and Alaska Natives to "Take 3" as the best way to protect themselves, their families and their tribal communities from flu and the H1N1 virus: get vaccinated, prevent the spread of germs and take antivirals. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: www.cdc.gov This video can also be viewed at
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Time : 1 min

Added : 19/01/10 13:59

Tags: h1n1 flu vaccine / swine flu vaccines / flu influenza vaccine

Protect Yourself, Protect Your Baby

If you're pregnant, a flu shot is your best protection against serious illness from the flu. The flu can cause severe illness in pregnant women, causing hospitalizations or even death. Pregnant woman with the flu also have a greater chance for serious problems for their unborn baby, including premature labor and delivery. A flu shot can protect pregnant women, their unborn babies, and even the baby after birth. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy:
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Time : 3 min 23

Added : 22/10/10 18:51

Tags: vaccine flu shot / baby flu shot / cdc flu shot

Wes Studi: Antivirals

Wes Studi, Hollywood actor and Cherokee tribal member, counsels American Indians and Alaska Natives with seasonal or H1N1 flu to ask their healthcare provider about prescription medicines called antivirals. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy:
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Time : 1 min

Added : 16/03/10 18:33

Tags: h1n1 flu vaccine / swine flu vaccines / flu influenza vaccine