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More About Flu Vaccine

More evidence that flu shots work, that they are safe during pregnancy, and that they don’t cause autism. Last week I wrote about influenza vaccines. I provided a link to a site summarizing the evidence that flu shots are effective and safe. Nevertheless, one reader commented “The flu vaccine does not work,” citing a Cochrane

Flu Shots: Here We Go Again!

Sep 19, 2017Harriet A. Hall, MDScience-based Medicine Blog, Vaccinesflu, flu shots, influenza, influenza vaccine, myths, Tara Haelle, vaccine myths

The many myths about flu shots continue to circulate and persuade some people not to get a flu shot. Flu shots are excellent insurance, safe and reasonably effective. Immunization protects not only the recipient but also vulnerable groups in the community. It’s that time again. The flu season starts in October. You will be protected about