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When should you get the flu shot this year?

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As soon as available: The seasonal flu vaccine will be effective within 2 weeks of administration & last all season regardless of when obtained.My office crew & i got ours in early august.

Answered 10/1/2012

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When should you get the flu shot this year?

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