
Flu shot facts & side effects
The seasonal flu shot is a yearly vaccine that protects against the flu, or influenza. Here's what you need to know about it.
Vaccines help protect people from diseases. They contain "weakened" or "dead" germs, such as viruses or bacteria, which stimulate the body's immune system in a manner that can prevent us from getting sick with harmful pathogens. Here's the latest science news on vaccines.Vaccines
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