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A member asked:
Can i get a flu shot if a have a cold
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Yes: Avoid for high fever or moderate to severe acute illness.
Answered 5/30/2019
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Yes: But we usually delay if associated with substantial fever. Hope your cold is better.
Answered 10/26/2018
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Flu shot: Yes you can. If you have a cold/ mild respiratory illness it is ok to get an influenza vaccine. If there is a significant fever - you should hold off.
Answered 10/26/2018
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Now: It is recommended that you can get the flu shot as soon as possible.If you only have a mild cold.
Answered 9/28/2016
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As soon as you can.: Influenza vaccine is contraindicated in infants less than 6 months old, if you have a high fever, a moderate to severe acute illness, or if you have had a past severe allergic reaction to the vaccine.
Answered 10/31/2015
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