Can flu vaccine protect infants from COVID as we still do not have a vaccine for them? How vulnerable are children in the upcoming COVID waves?

1 Answer

ExpertDr.Rasika ThosarPaediatric Intensivist4 years ago

A. hi j it's optional vaccine protects against viral influenza, common cold cough it's given in 2 doses 1 month apart after 6 months of age. and then its given each year till 5 years of age. you an consult with your doctor for the same

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