1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Skin, Hair and Nails

  4. Yearly Flu shots. Of yearly flu shots?

Yearly Flu shots

2016-10-03 07:36:58
Why don't indian doctors recommend yearly flu shots? Doctors outside of India do recommend it. What are the benefits of yearly flu shots?
340 Views

Answers (1)

Hello.... Flu is most commonly caused by influenza virus ,but vaccination don't provide complete protection against influenza.. Since flu is seasonal person has to take it yearly. Cost effectivenes also important. Most of viral infection subsides on its own.Flu vaccines has to be updated regularly to provide optimal protection from the rapidly changing virus..

Answered2016-10-03 16:23:15

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Articles you may like

Steps Towards the Prevention of Swine Flu

Dr.Neha Bansal

Swine flu is a highly communicable disease and can be difficult to treat if not recognized on time. The best treatment f ... Read more

Does My Child Need a Flu Vaccine?

Dr.Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

Being an ENT Specialist with a considerable Paediatric practice, I am frequently asked by parents whether their child ne ... Read more

Swine Flu: Symptoms and Warning Signs.

Dr. Sandeep Kumar

Problem status:India witnessed the worst outbreak of the Swine flu, renamed the influenza A(H1N1) pdm09 virus by the Wor ... Read more

Swine Flu Burden in Capital

Dr.Suresh Bansal

Swine Flu Burden in CapitalThe rapid spread of Swine Flu (H1N1) across the country has raised a serious alarm. And one t ... Read more

Prevent and Cure Swine Flu With Homoeopathy

Dr.Shashvat Joshi

Swine Flu – As of now, Swine Flu has taken 310 Lives in Gujarat Alone. Homoeopathy can helpDon’t panic, just be alert! ... Read more

Swine Flu-Dos and Don'ts. Is It Just Another Flu?

Dr.Neelam Nath Bhatia

Remember 7 words stating with P. Give Paracetamol for fever. Behave like a Patient.Do not move around spreading viruses ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Acne keeps coming back?

Consult Now

Struggling with pimples?

Consult Now

Can’t get rid of skin infections?

Consult Now

Tired of hair-fall?

Consult Now

Dandruff not going away?

Consult Now

Recently Asked Questions

Cold sneeze

58 Views
हेलो सर मेरे पिचल ...Read More

No antibody after Covaxin second dose

302 Views
My mother took both doses of Covaxin it's been 15 days after second dose, I did Sars Cov 2 total antibodi ...Read More

Regular Cold and cough type allergy

155 Views
Hello Doctors, My father is 54 years old. He has diabetes and BP.. On an average his BP is around 132/85 ...Read More

Food allergy

101 Views
How can I get rid of allergy to eggs.i have been getting stomach ache after eating a eggs only .i use to ...Read More

COVID 19 effects

182 Views
Good afternoon, What's the reason of fatalities of younger people with diabetes due to COVID 19. please g ...Read More

This question featured in :

Side effects of flu shots in adults
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.