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Afraid to get flu shot after i read and had to sign what it could do to me, what should i do? i'm 70

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

I do have both my: parents get the flu shot because the risks involved of getting the actual flu at your age are much more serious than the vaccine itself. SO I would recommend you get it. Hope that helps

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Get the flu shot: The risk of getting the actual Influenza Virus is far greater than any risk from getting the vaccination.

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 5/23/2016

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A member asked:

Afraid to get flu shot after i read and had to sign what it could do to me, what should i do? i'm 70

10 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

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