How effective is flu vaccine

2018-09-18 04:15:43
Hi I have a 8 month old daughter. I have given her all the compulsory medicines that were required. My homeopath had adviced not to give flu vaccine as everyone may get flu once a year. However for my knowledge I would want to know the effectiveness of flu vaccine. does it really help?
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As children frequently get coughs and colds up to 4-5 years of age,it is definitely better to give the vaccine It has 70-75percent protection No side effects except for feve which may come with any vaccine

Answered2018-09-19 05:04:45

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I and even my daughter take the flu vaccine every year. It is approximately 70 percent effective, Warm regards

Answered2018-09-18 04:40:36

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Influenza is a  optional vaccine 2doses should be given with 4wks apart after months (1st at 6months and 2nd at 7months) And thereafter every yearly It protect baby from influenza virus (swine flu) It's always better to give  influenza vaccine.

Answered2018-09-19 10:51:12

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