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When is best time for flu shot?
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As soon as available: It is a good idea to get the flu vaccine as soon as it becomes available in your community. Every year the vaccine is reformulated based on upcoming new viral strains.
Answered 4/1/2016
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As soon as it : Becomes available. I know FluMist is available already and the shots shoud be also available shortly. Call your doctor to see if he/ahe has it.
Answered 3/8/2015
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