FLU SHOT?

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so my doctor is highly suggesting me to get the flu vaccine. I’m not against it i just don’t want to get it. I feel as if there is no need because you can still catch the flu wether your vaccinated or not. They say it just puts you at lower risk for the symptoms or whatever but what about all the chemicals that’s in the vaccine? I’m debating wether to get my daughter the flu shot. We get all of our other shots just haven’t gotten the flu shot yet but with all these cases of the flu going around I’m unsure about it like the side effects and long term etc. any moms who have kids or have already gotten vaccinated or chose not too can state your opinion below. I just want to get a better insight what do you guys think?

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I’m a labor and delivery nurse and I highly recommend getting the flu.  The flu is much more dangerous when you’re pregnant, we have had people die in our area from it in the past.  Even if it’s not 100% effective it’s still worth it.

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Pregnant women die every year from complications of the flu and getting the flu during pregnancy increases your risk of miscarriage or still birth. Those are the main reasons that I chose to get mine this year. And yes, you can still get the flu, and they’re saying this year’s shot was only 30% effective, however, to me that means 30% less chance of death, or losing my baby. I have talked to people who had the flu shot this year and still got the flu, and they have gotten over it much more quickly than their unvaccinated family members, which again, lowers the risk of developing complications. They make single dose flu shots, so I made sure to get one of those since there is less preservatives in it, but I would’ve still gotten one even if it wasn’t a single dose.

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Yes, you should get it. The flu vaccine does not prevent you from getting the flu but it does reduce the severity. Flu while pregnant can be deadly for mom and baby. There's already been at least one case of a woman losing her baby to flu complications this year. She was so weak they couldn't even try an emergency c-section because it would have liked one or both of them. Every doctor evaluates what they recommend to their patients for the risk/benefit. In the case of the shot, unless you are allergic to ingredients, the benefits far outweigh the risks. Plus, you pass on antibodies to baby to help them once born.

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Progressive Care nurse here. I got the flu shot and would recommend it. It’s an epidemic this year - it doesn’t make sense NOT to in my opinion. Even if it doesn’t protect against every strain, I’d like some protection over no protection.

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Go with your gut instinct

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I got the flu vaccine and so has my son and husband. We have dodged the flu this season (so far *fingers crossed) when everyone around us has gotten sick. I also work at a hospital as a student nurse tech (currently going to school to become an RN) and have taken care of several patients that have the flu. Hand washing is key and whether you choose to get the shot or not is your choice. I’ve seen the effects of the flu and would much rather get a shot in order to try to prevent it than suffer like those that ended up getting it. It’s still possible to get the flu but you are more protected from it if you get the shot.

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I got it back in October at one of my first prenatal visits. IMO, even a slightly reduced chance of getting the flu is worth it. I had the swine flu back in 2009 and it was wretched. I would hate to go through something similar while pregnant. I've suffered enough this pregnancy.

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I had the jab and so far no clue despite being a teacher 😂 so I feel that it is worked for me, and no side effects either 😌 I’d rather just not take the risk and have the injection as full blown flu can be horrific!

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I've Had it With My First , Nothing Happened So I Decided To Get It Again With This One as well 🤷

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Absolutely get the shot. The flu is so, so bad this year. Anything you can do to help avoid it or diminish the symptoms if you do get it can potentially save your life and the lives of others you interact with!

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