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38 yr female i have been offered a flu and pneumonia vaccine by gps nurse the pneumonia is a one off vaccination and it is due to my thalassamia minor / trait, is it really necessary with this condition at 38yrs?appreciate any ideas on this please?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

A COVID-19, flu and pneumonia vaccine are effective in preventing disease. If they follow ACIP guidelines, or if you have a history of respiratory problems, it is best to have the pneumonia vaccine as well Discuss any allergies with your physician.

Answered 4/24/2023

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