I haven't had a flu shot in YEARS - since I was a kid. Is it necessary for adults to get flu shots? If so, how often? If not, why not? I'm a pretty healthy adult and don't get sick easily and don't have any allergies. Just curious though as to if it's as important for adults to receive the shot..
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How often should adults get flu shots?
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wierdxdood01
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Shots are given yearly as the flu virus mutates every year, it begins in September. If you're under 50 years old, not pregnant and in good health you don't really need to get vaccinated unless your profession brings you in contact with the flu or people vulnerable to it like a health care worker or teacher, etc.
http://www.cdc.gov/FLU/protect/keyfacts.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/FLU/protect/keyfacts.htm
Vito Corleone
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That flu shot doesn't protect you from the GI problems though, the vomiting and such. Influenza A and B have no effect on the gut, only the respiratory tract and it's important for the elderly to get the vaccine because it can cause some nasti pneumonias. I agree with AuntiLeela.