A member asked:

I went for my flu shot in april. can i still get swine flu? i have sore muscles, coughing, headache, fever, stomach cramps and are extremely neausious

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Some basics: In any given flu season there are 7-8 strains of various flu circulating the globe. International air travel aids the dispersal. The vaccine helps protect against 4 strains including swine. There are less common strains & other viruses that can cause illness. While this seasons vaccine has been very effective, you can always get a flu or non flu illness even after having the vaccine.

Answered 7/29/2019

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