Flu Vaccine FAQ

The flu vaccine protects us from the four influenza viruses that are currently going around that season.

Yes, there is a High-Dose Quadrivalent Vaccine (Fluad) for 65 years and older. You can refer to this table https://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/acip/2022-2023/acip-table.htm for more information on which vaccine is right for you.

  • Women who are pregnant or 2 weeks postpartum
  • Patients with chronic illnesses – asthma, kidney and liver disease, diabetes, cardiovascular issues
  • Elderly patients – 65 years and older

  • Fever
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Soreness and redness at injection site

For more information on the flu shot – refer to the Vaccine Information Statement https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/flu.pdf