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2021-06-12 05:11:49
Hi Doctors, Are influenza and flu vaccines one and the same? Should I vaccinate my kid separatly for flu vaccine in addition to influenza vaccine? Kindy help. Thanks in advance
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Both are same.

Answered2021-06-16 13:31:20

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Both vaccines are the one and the  same.No need to vaccinate if he has received Influenza vaccine.

Answered2021-06-12 09:25:58

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Both are one and the same

Answered2021-06-12 05:30:55

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