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Health TopicsInfectious DiseaseCold and Flu
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Should I worry that I've been given two flu shots?

Dr. Diana K. Blythe, MD
Dr. Diana K. Blythe, MD on behalf of Pediatric Associates
Pediatrician
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Do not worry if you get two flu shots in one flu season. In fact, kids under 9 years old getting the flu shot for the first time get two flu shots that first flu season. For an adult, two flu shots are not necessary, but also not dangerous. Next flu season still get your regular flu shot.

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