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Can any doc explain why can't i get immune to flu naturally?

Q: can any doc explain why can't i get immune to flu naturally?

There are numerous: strains of flu virus &amp; flu viruses often mutates. So your body would have to build immunity against many types of viruses - not just one. That is why it is important to get your flu shot - it protects against selected strains that are projected to cause problems in each upcoming flu season.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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There are numerous: strains of flu virus & flu viruses often mutates. So your body would have to build immunity against many types of viruses - not just one. That is why it is important to get your flu shot - it protects against selected strains that are projected to cause problems in each upcoming flu season.

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Answered 10/20/2014

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Can any doc explain why can't i get immune to flu naturally?

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