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A member asked:
I am having a total hip replacement in a couple of weeks and i have diabetes 2. should i get the flu shot before.my surgery?
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Yes,ASAP : It takes about 10 days to build immunity.Influenza is widespread this year.
Answered 4/6/2020
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