Side Effects From Flu Shots
Health Encyclopedia: Influenza Immunization (Vaccine)
This vaccine protects people against
Alternative Names
Vaccine - influenza; Immunization - influenza; Flu shot; Flu vaccine
Information
The flu is a contagious respiratory disease caused by an influenza virus. In the U.S., flu outbreaks typically occur in winter months. Symptoms include
Expert & Community Posts
Did You Get Your Flu Shot?
By Tracy Davenport , Health Expert...lack of awareness (49 percent) and concern for side effects (18 percent). If you are allergic... Read more »
FAQs on Flu Season 2008-2009
By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert...much higher than the risk of suffering from harmful effects of the flu vaccine (very low risk of... Read more »
It’s flu season again, have you had the vaccine?
By Christine Miller , Health Expert...after the shot and usually last 1 to 2 days. The side effects can be a little different for the... Read more »
National Flu Vaccine Week -- It's NOT Too Late to Get Your Flu Shot This Year!
By Kathi MacNaughton , Health Expert...most vaccines, there are a few possible mild side effects, but consider this... The risks of... Read more »
Have You Gotten Your Annual Flu Shot Yet?
By Kathi MacNaughton , Health Expert...possible. Some people, though, do have some mild side effects after getting a flu shot and may... Read more »
Health Guide
CDC Expert Answers Questions About the Flu and Flu Vaccine
...kids under the age of 2 years. It is probably safe, but some European studies showed some risk of side effects, including Bells Palsy. Until they have more data, we'll need to stick with the flu... Read more »Time for a Flu Shot?
...reactions. Almost all people who get influenza vaccine have no serious problems from it. What are the side effects that could occur?Soreness, redness, or swelling where the shot was given Fever... Read more »Flu Shots for Chronic Pain Patients: Pros & Cons
...flu vaccinations. On the other hand, some doctors feel the benefits outweigh the risks because the effects of the flu on FM and ME/CFS patients can be severe and long lasting. Another... Read more »Immunizations: Viral Influenza
...thirds of this group are vaccinated, mostly because of unwarranted fears of ineffectiveness or adverse effects.People of any age at high risk for serious complications from the flu. Such people... Read more »Causes and Prevention
...cannot. However, your doctor will help you get the medicine you need while trying to reduce unwanted side effects.Copyright: NIHSeniorHealth.gov developed by the National Institute on Aging (NIA)... Read more »Images
Medications
...Rimantadine is used to prevent or treat a certain type of flu virus (influenza A). If you have... Read more »
...Oseltamivir is used to treat symptoms caused by the flu virus (influenza). It helps to make... Read more »
...Oseltamivir is used to treat symptoms caused by the flu virus (influenza). It helps make the... Read more »
...used to treat Parkinson's disease, as well as side effects caused by drugs (e.g., drug-induced... Read more »
...DAILY - ORAL Pronounced: (eye-BAN-droe-nate) Side Effects Stomach upset, diarrhea, pain in... Read more »
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Half-Dose Flu Shot
December 11, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A half-dose flu shot may be just as effective in healthy, young people as a full dose, which could be useful during vaccine... Read summary »
Stopping the Stomach Flu
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Study: Many healthcare workers shun swine flu shot
August 27, 2009A new survey of healthcare workers in Hong Kong has found that more than half of these workers said they will not get vaccinated because they fear... Read summary »
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