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Flu Vaccine

Flu vaccines are those given to provide protection against influenza viruses. These are also called flu shots or flu jabs. It helps in preventing hospitalization in children, reduces the risk of serious flu complications, prevent the spread of flu infection, etc. As per the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, flu vaccines should be taken before the start of fall season every year. In some children between six months and eight yeras of age, two flu vaccines may be needed per annum.

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Please suggest some preventive measures for the flu.

Query: Hello doctor,With flu season approaching, I want to take steps to prevent getting the flu. Can you explain the importance of getting a flu vaccine and offer other preventive measures to avoid contracting influenza?Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Chopda Anand Manaklal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can lead to mild to severe illness and, in some cases, can be fatal. The flu is spread through respiratory droplets when an infect...  Read Full »

Do my 21-month-old's recent vaccines need to be repeated due to storage at an incorrect temperature?

Query: Hello doctor, I was recently told that my 21-month-old son needed to repeat his three most recent vaccines, including polio, DTAP, and the flu shot. However, the provider informed me that the fridge which held the vaccines was not cold enough, so my son is only considered to have a partial dose. Sho...  Read Full »


Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Repeating the vaccine may be required in this case because we are not sure if the vaccines that the child has taken were at 100 % efficacy or lesser because of the non-maintenance of the cold chain. The fridge temperature is checked daily, but in some cases, it may s...  Read Full »

What are the protocols for an influenza vaccine, and which flu vaccine is the best?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 20-year-old female, and last month I was asked to get an influenza vaccine. But I was not informed about the name of the vaccine. However, I have a few questions related to it. Firstly when should the influenza vaccine be taken? Second, till what age should it be taken? And third, ...  Read Full »


Dr. Shubadeep Debabrata Sinha

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Everyone six months of age and older should get the influenza (flu) vaccine every season with rare exceptions. Vaccination to prevent flu and its potentially serious complications is crucial for those at a higher risk of developing serious flu complications. A few ava...  Read Full »

What can I do to prevent myself from getting seasonal flu?

Query: Hello doctor, I always get infected by the seasonal flu. When infected, it makes me fall very sick. I would like to know how I can protect myself from getting infected? Is the immunity low that I get infected with this seasonal flu? In that case, how can I raise the immunity? If I fall sick again, i...  Read Full »


Dr. Shubadeep Debabrata Sinha

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The best way to protect yourself from getting infected is by vaccinating with a Quadrivalent Influenza Vaccine. Also, take adequate measures to prevent catching the infection. I suggest the following: Vitamin C 500 mg one tablet once daily....  Read Full »

Is it advisable to give a flu shot to a 3-year-old kid to prevent from coronavirus?

Query: Hello doctor, I am asking question on behalf of my niece. My niece is 2.8 years old. Considering the present situation regarding corona virus, can we give a flu shot to her irrespective from her normal vaccination schedule. Also, I want to ask you for a suggestion regarding a travel to do and als...  Read Full »


Dr. Payas Joshi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I understand your concern. Yes, definitely you should give a shot of flu vaccine which will protect from getting infected. It gives protection for a year. Regarding meeting someone having a fever with international travel history, my opinion is you should avoid the me...  Read Full »

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