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In reply to the discussion: If you have not had the flu shot please get it while it is still available. [View all]tandot
(6,671 posts)46. Me and my 3 1/2 year old son had the flu shot in November
My husband will get it tomorrow.
The shot is only 60% effective for adults. My son got the flu mist and they say it is over 80% effective for kids.
I'd rather have a 60% effective vaccination than not being protected at all. I work at an University and have lots of contact with students. I have almost no sick leave left. I can NOT get sick. We'll stock up on hand sanitizer (the alcohol based) and disinfectant sprays and wipes tomorrow. I also have a bottle of rubbing alcohol at work that I use to disinfect everything.
I agree with you ... it is not just about protecting yourself ... you don't want to give it to vulnerable people who might die from it.
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If you have not had the flu shot please get it while it is still available. [View all]
littlemissmartypants
Jan 2013
OP
Good. You gave some good advice. Now why do we hear more about getting flu shots than
Democratopia
Jan 2013
#4
I have to say I am a germ freak and try not to go when I am out, but men's toilets are disgusting
Democratopia
Jan 2013
#9
Please let me ask you a question, LittleMissSmartyPants. Are you saying that EVERYONE in the nation
Democratopia
Jan 2013
#27
There's always a quick-fix. Get the flu jab, take anti-acid, take blood pressure meds, etc.
Democratopia
Jan 2013
#3
It all boils down to respect and compassion for your neighbor. If I have a way to keep you from
littlemissmartypants
Jan 2013
#7
I am very skeptical about flu shots. Yes, use it for those most vulnerable, and those who
Democratopia
Jan 2013
#17
Are you saying that USA should also introduce a mass vaccination program against TB?
Democratopia
Jan 2013
#33
Clearly we have a shortage of answers for questions with an overabundance of questioners. n/t
littlemissmartypants
Jan 2013
#37
So, following this line of reasoning, the polio vaccine is unnecessary too? n/t
RKP5637
Jan 2013
#36
If you can't get the shot, start eating 4000iu of vit D3, 50mg of zinc and 2000iu of vit C. daily.
Purveyor
Jan 2013
#8
We have been hearing about too many perfectly healthy people dying of this.
smirkymonkey
Jan 2013
#10
Few years ago even with the shot I still got the flu, it was horrible, I almost called
RKP5637
Jan 2013
#34
A healthy 14-year old girl in Minnesota died from the flu even after getting the vaccine
davidn3600
Jan 2013
#21
Would you like a side of the flu with your order? Hat tip to SHRED...
littlemissmartypants
Jan 2013
#35
It is assessed at 60% effective relative risk, and 1.5% as an absolute risk rate for Type A+B flu
Democratopia
Jan 2013
#47
Thanks, LittleMiss- you inspired me to walk over to Walgreen's and get my flu shot
NBachers
Jan 2013
#57