Myth: The flu vaccine isn’t safe. FALSE!

Jun 15, 2022 • 1 min

Pharmacist Nate Boutte is here to tell you that flu vaccines have a great safety record. And it’s the best way to keep from getting the flu.


Transcript

Some people worry that the flu vaccine isn't safe. I'm here to tell you that flu vaccines have a great safety record.

Over the last 50 years, hundreds of millions of Americans have safely received flu vaccines. And, over that time, lots of research has been done that supports their safety.

A flu shot is the best way to keep from getting the flu virus and giving it to your friends and family.

The CDC recommends that everyone six months of age and older get their flu shot every year.