#ask experts Hi Can we delay influenza vaccine (at 6 months) ? If yes, how long we can delay? Is there any side effects for this vaccine? please answer

2 Answers

Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children4 years ago

A. because of the current covid situation it is not advisable tu to take the baby out of home you can postpone the vaccination for a few weeks and ask your pediatrician for rescheduling of the vaccine ty

POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy4 years ago

A. “If a vaccine is delayed or missed, babies and toddlers are at increased risk from getting sick from a disease that is preventable with vaccine,”.

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