Build Your Child’s Immunity With The Influenza Vaccine
                     Build Your Child’s 
Immunity With
The 
Influenza 
Vaccine
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In India’s second wave of the COVID-19-
19 pandemic, many children were 
affected by the virus. It has been a major 
cause for concern, and we are sure that, 
like most parents, you too may be 
wondering whether it’s a good idea to 
give your child a flu shot.
The answer is a resounding yes. As the 
third wave of COVID-19 threatens to hit 
India in the coming months, doctors 
highly recommend it. More so 
if your child is prone to colds and seasonal
 flu
.
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Do You Need to Worry About Your Child Getting the Flu?
While the flu does not severely affect adults, it can be fatal for infants and 
children with medical conditions like heart, kidney, or lung disease, asthma, 
diabetes, cancer, sickle cell anaemia, HIV, etc. Flu or common cold can also 
weaken a child’s immune system and cause respiratory problems.
Flu symptoms include congestion, sore throat, cough, chills, high fever, nausea, 
and vomiting. That’s right; these symptoms are very similar to that of COVID-19. 
Parents are bound to get them tested for COVID-19 at hospitals, and if the 
symptoms are severe, even admit their child to the hospital.
However, if the third wave hits India as predicted, hospitals will be filled with 
COVID-19 patients, making it difficult to get your child admitted. So, it is 
advisable to vaccinate your child against the flu and prevent such a situation 
from arising.
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Does a Flu Shot Also Protect Your 
Child Against COVID-19 
Infection?
As per studies conducted on 
children who’ve tested positive for COVID-19, 
it was observed that the flu shot reduced the 
risk of infection and respiratory illnesses 
significantly. In fact, it built their immunity 
against the coronavirus through ‘viral 
interference’—a phenomenon where a cell 
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Is It Necessary to Give Your Child a Flu Shot Every Year?
Absolutely! You see, the strains of viruses keep mutating from time to time, and the 
vaccine formulations are upgraded to include the new strains.
If your child is younger than 9 years, they may need to get 2 shots every year, 
usually a month apart.
Where Can You Get Your Child Vaccinated?
The influenza shot is readily available in the market. Your child can get the flu shot 
at your trusted doctor’s dispensary, the nearest hospital, or even at home if 
administered by a healthcare professional.
Does the Flu Shot Have Any Side Effects?
Your child may experience slight fever, aches, and swelling or soreness where the 
shot was given. In rare instances, some children have experienced weakness, 
hives, dizziness, vomiting, faster heartbeat, and breathing difficulty. So, observe 
your child after the shot and get medical help if you notice any of these side 
effects. These side effects are nothing compared to the effects of the actual flu. So, 
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