Jan 11, 2007

Why Isn’t America buying into the Flu Vaccine?

Tempe, AZ (Jan. 11, 2006) – As the government pushes to increase revenue by recommending flu vaccines to all populations (instead of just the young, elderly and immunocompromised) during all seasons (instead of the previously accepted “flu season”); why then are there numerous flu vaccines left on the shelves? Americans are getting smarter, weighing the risk/benefits, supporting their immune systems and gearing up to take on the flu naturally.

The average individual, in good health, can combat the flu. And by doing so, one’s immune system actually becomes stronger and more able to ward off future infections.  So how do we take on the flu naturally? According to Naturopathic Physician Mona Morstein, “Naturopathic medicine has many ways to effectively stimulate a person's immune system if they develop the flu. Their own body can fight off the virus rapidly and successfully. We can use vitamins such as Vitamin A and C, minerals such as zinc, Western herbs such as garlic, goldenseal and Echinacea, and other beneficial modalities including homeopathy and hydrotherapy.” 

If you or someone you know has the flu, and would like more advice on how to combat the illness without the flu vaccine, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Morstein, please call Southwest Naturopathic Medical Center at 480.970.0000.

###

About Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine

Located in Tempe, Ariz., and founded in 1993, Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM) is an accredited higher learning institution. SCNM offers a four-year professional level medical program that trains students to become primary care physicians. Naturopathic medicine emphasizes the body’s innate ability to self-heal. It draws on a rich history of natural, nontoxic therapies in combination with current medical advances. The scope of practice includes all aspects of family and primary care using integrative modalities such as acupuncture, homeopathy, clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, manipulation, and pharmacology. For more information, visit www.scnm.edu.