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I have a concern and question is it good for six month babies to get the flu shot? or should they just get the covid vaccine?

Q: i have a concern and question is it good for six month babies to get the flu shot? or should they just get the covid vaccine?

: If the baby is over six months old- yes they can get both under care of your pediatrician

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

If the baby is over six months old- yes they can get both under care of your pediatrician

Dr Dosanjh and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/10/2023

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A member asked:

I have a concern and question is it good for six month babies to get the flu shot? or should they just get the covid vaccine?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Dr Dosanjh and 2 doctors agreed

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