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Is the flu vaccine made in chicken eggs or duck eggs?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Chicken egg: This created concern whether or not individuals with egg allergy can get "flu" shot safely. Cdc announced that egg allergy is not a contraindication for influenza vaccination.

Answered 4/8/2020

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