Do You Get Your Flu Shot?

[sunshine16]

Hey everyone,


I'm just currious about flu shots. I don't know why, just been thinking about it lately. I've heard you can get sick a few days after your flu shot, just as a side affect, so I've always stayed away from it. But...do you guys take a flu shot? Would be interesting to know your veiws...thanks!


Smile! =)
*Laura

[luckistar2]

I didn't get one because I can't find one but this is actually the first year that I would get one if I could. I got the flu last year and it was horrible! I had a high fever for days and I was miserable. I am not afraid of needles so that makes the fact that I haven't gotten one seem even more like just pure laziness.


So, if I could find one I would get it.


Also, many people think you can get the flu from the flu shot and that isn't true. A flu vaccine is a killed virus, not a live virus. I am sure you might not feel well after an injection but you won't get the flu from the shot.


CarlyEdited by: luckistar2

[sunshine16]

Just currious...why don't many people want their flu shot? Don't answer if you don't want...I'm just wondering! Also, if you have had it, what bennifeits did you notice? Thanx...


*Laura

[alliecat]

We have a shortage in the United States... and they're reserving most doses for the elderly, and people with already compromised immune systems. I got one last year, and it didn't help. I still got the flu, and it was nasty. I couldn't even function. So, this year, especially since there is a shortage, the dose that I would have gone to get is going to go to someone who REALLY needs it, and that makes me kind of happy. I mean, I don't even know if I will get one ever again... I don't know how worth itit really is. At least for me.

[eyecandi512]

Due to the shortage in the US, I have been unable to get as flu shot, though I usally do every year. More flu shots are trying to be made in England I believe, but not nearly enough for everyone here. It really sucks.

[donna1216]

I'm pregnant and the health department here (Kansas City)said that noone has the shot for a 50 mile radius, with the exception of a handful of doctor's offices who are only giving to already established patients of their office, not the public.

[alliecat]

Donna, that's horrible! You've got to take extra precautions! Stay healthy! Take your vitamins.

[SullyMel]

I've never had a flu shot before and I pray to God I don't get it b/c it is so miserable. I think they are meant more for the elderly and young b/c their immune systems are weaker.

[sunshine16]

Thanks for answering everyone! When I went to my physchiatrist today, they were giving them out there.