Americans are advised to have two vaccinations at the same time - against influenza and COVID-19

The flu season is approaching again, and the COVID-19 season never ends. Doctors remind that the best way to protect yourself against both diseases is to get vaccinated. Can you do both at the same time this year? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention simply and clearly says yes. The publication told about why two vaccinations are needed. PIX 11.

This recommendation applies to the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The CDC advises healthcare providers to administer both vaccines at the same time.

The vaccines will be given in two different shots for now. Moderna is working on a hybrid vaccine against both coronavirus and influenza viruses, but the company has yet to begin clinical trials.

You may be asked to roll up both sleeves. The CDC advises health care providers to put the vaccines in separate hands so that the injection site does not become even more painful.

Both vaccines have similar side effects

The side effects associated with influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are similar. These include fever, headaches, muscle aches, and fatigue. Does doubling the number of vaccines mean double side effects? Not necessary, but possible - it all depends on the individual reaction of the person.

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The CDC recommends getting the flu shot by the end of October, and the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible if you haven't already, and repeating the vaccination eight months after the second dose of Pfizer / Moderna or one dose of Johnson & Johnson - after it will be approved by the FDA.

Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older (with rare exceptions). Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for people 12 and older. Moderna and Johnson & Johnson are approved for emergency use by anyone over 18 years of age.