For most people the flu shot is free, either because they have a government insurance plan such as MediCare or MediCruz, or they have private insurance.
I feel strongly that everyone should get a flu shot. Please read my Page: How to Fight the Flu for more.
Tony
It’s time for me to make my annual plea for everyone to get their flu shot. In today’s column, I’d like to answer common questions I hear about influenza and the flu shot.
– Can’t I get the flu from the flu shot?
This is a very common myth and proven to be wrong. You cannot catch the flu from the flu vaccine. The flu vaccines that are given by needle are made with viruses that are killed (inactivated), and cannot cause an influenza infection.
– I’ve had the flu shot previously and I got the flu anyhow.
This is possible, but not likely, in that no vaccine is 100 percent effective.
– I’ve never had a flu shot and have never had the flu.
Consider yourself lucky, and as in most cases, one’s luck will usually wear out. Don’t take a chance, this could be the year.
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