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I am 68. should i get stronger flu shot or one which covers more strains of the flu?

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Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Higher dose: You have 2 choices the regular dose flu shot and the higher-dose flu shot designed for people 65years of age and older. This higher dose flu shot results in a stronger immune response and reduces the complications from the flu virus infection in elderly people. Take one as soon as it is available in your area

Dr Smith agreed

Answered 11/15/2019

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