The season for influenza is just around the corner and pharmacists and medical personnel are getting ready for it with vaccinations.Influenza, also called the flu, makes its annual appearance usually when temperatures drop starting in October. The flu season doesn’t let up until the following May.Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. The virus attacks the respiratory system, affecting the nose, throat and lungs. People become infected with the virus after contact with a contaminated person. The virus travels through the air by droplets when an infected person talks, coughs or sneezes. People become infected when ...