Flu Vaccine
Who Should Get It:
Everyone 6 months and older, especially:
Older adults (65+)
Pregnant women
Young children
People with chronic health conditions (like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease)
Healthcare workers and caregivers
Before the Injection:
Let the provider know if you're sick, have allergies (especially to eggs or latex), or had a previous reaction to a flu shot.
No special preparation is needed, but wearing a short-sleeved shirt can help.
After the Injection:
Mild side effects may include:
Soreness or redness at the injection site
Low fever or muscle aches
Tiredness
These side effects usually go away within 1–2 days.
Serious side effects are extremely rare.
Protection Timeline:
It takes about 2 weeks after the shot for your body to develop full protection, so it's best to get vaccinated early in flu season (typically around September to October).
Who Should Get It:
Everyone 6 months and older, especially:
Older adults (65+)
Pregnant women
Young children
People with chronic health conditions (like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease)
Healthcare workers and caregivers
Before the Injection:
Let the provider know if you're sick, have allergies (especially to eggs or latex), or had a previous reaction to a flu shot.
No special preparation is needed, but wearing a short-sleeved shirt can help.
After the Injection:
Mild side effects may include:
Soreness or redness at the injection site
Low fever or muscle aches
Tiredness
These side effects usually go away within 1–2 days.
Serious side effects are extremely rare.
Protection Timeline:
It takes about 2 weeks after the shot for your body to develop full protection, so it's best to get vaccinated early in flu season (typically around September to October).
Who Should Get It:
Everyone 6 months and older, especially:
Older adults (65+)
Pregnant women
Young children
People with chronic health conditions (like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease)
Healthcare workers and caregivers
Before the Injection:
Let the provider know if you're sick, have allergies (especially to eggs or latex), or had a previous reaction to a flu shot.
No special preparation is needed, but wearing a short-sleeved shirt can help.
After the Injection:
Mild side effects may include:
Soreness or redness at the injection site
Low fever or muscle aches
Tiredness
These side effects usually go away within 1–2 days.
Serious side effects are extremely rare.
Protection Timeline:
It takes about 2 weeks after the shot for your body to develop full protection, so it's best to get vaccinated early in flu season (typically around September to October).