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Is it safe to get more than one flu shot per year?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Safe: Children 6 months through 8 years of age receiving the flu vaccine for the first time get two doses, a month apart. In adults, it's unnecessary, but safe. I myself have had an extra flu shot by mistake one year with no ill effects.

Answered 9/26/2015

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