What are the negatives of getting a flu shot?

What are the negatives of getting a flu shot?

Some people may have a negative reaction to the flu shot. If you have a negative reaction to the vaccine, symptoms usually occur within minutes to hours after receiving the vaccine. Symptoms may include: difficulty breathing.

Who should not get the senior flu shot?

In the United States, Fluzone High-Dose is licensed only for persons aged 65 years and older. As with all flu vaccines, Fluzone High-Dose is not recommended for persons with a history of severe allergic reaction to the vaccine or to components other than eggs.

Can flu shot be given with other vaccines?

Can inactivated influenza vaccine be given at the same time as other vaccines such as zoster (HZV), pneumococcal polysaccharide (PPSV23), or pneumococcal conjugate (PCV13) vaccines? Yes. If other vaccines are indicated, they can be administered during the same clinical encounter as inactivated influenza vaccine.

How effective is flu shot 2019?

June 28, 2019 — The overall effectiveness of last flu season's vaccine was only 29% because it didn't protect against a flu virus that appeared later in the season, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

What are the side effects of the senior flu shot?

Mild side effects can include pain, redness or swelling at the injection site, headache, muscle ache and malaise.

How many flu shots do you need?

Children between 6 months and 8 years may need two doses of the flu vaccine, given at least four weeks apart, to be fully protected.

Is the flu shot dangerous?

The risk of a flu shot causing serious harm or death is extremely small. However, a vaccine, like any medicine, may rarely cause serious problems, such as severe allergic reactions.

How much does a flu shot cost?

For those without insurance coverage, the cost is still relatively low, typically around $30 or $40 for the standard flu shot at the following locations.