The physicians at my clinic do not recommend the flu vaccine ( or most other vaccines) because of mercury used in preservation. They feel that it can be the cause of serious neurological problems later on. Both the flu & hepatitis B vaccines are pushed heavily at my job, and I had to sign a refusal over the hep B shot, even though the issue at work is hep C. Instead of the flu shot, the clinic focuses on immune system supports.
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10-23-2007, 03:33 PM #1
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10-23-2007, 03:52 PM #2
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There is thimerosal preservative-free flu vaccine available now per the CDC, albeit in limited quantities: Thimerosal in Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Q&A
Originally Posted by latelatebloomer
I did get my flu-shot, as did my DH and kids. Flu season is hitting Utah early this year. I got the flu a couple of years ago and felt like I'd been run over by a truck. Took weeks to fully recover. I gladly take advantage of the free flu-shots at DH's work. I know it's not a 100% guarantee, but it does reduce my chances of getting the flu, and all the misery it brings with it. In addition this year my elderly MIL will be staying with us for a month, so I want to reduce the risk of exposing her as well.
If I had the kind of serious reactions described by KnottedYet, I would probably decline, but for me that is not an issue. I totally agree with Flybye that it's a risk v. benefits issue. For me the benefits outweigh the risks.
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