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When does the flu shot wear off? how often do you need to get one?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Influenza: vaccine is recommended annually. There may still be some protective value the second year - but annual is still recommended.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 1/7/2015

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A member asked:

When does the flu shot wear off? how often do you need to get one?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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