Flu shot questions often start with the same concern: can the flu shot give you the flu?
CVS pharmacists Amy Lynn, Victoria, Edwin, Candice and Tony share the vaccine myths and immunization misconceptions they hear most often from patients. One of the most common is the idea that the flu shot can cause the flu. Their responses help bring clarity to what may be happening after vaccination, including how the body can build an immune response and why some people may still get sick later in the season.
The roundtable also points to a bigger part of immunization care: protection can extend beyond the person receiving the vaccine. Flu shots and other recommended immunizations may help support families, loved ones and people in the community who may be more vulnerable to certain illnesses.
At CVS Pharmacy, pharmacists can be a helpful resource for patients who have questions about vaccines, what to expect at an appointment and how immunizations fit into preventive care. The goal is to make...
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