Early flu shots a 'risk worth taking'

[lyhargr_0]

www.smh.com.au/national/early-flu-shots-a-risk-worth-taking-20200330-p54fcc.html

Hubs and I had ours yesterday

[davidc4430]

my doctor has allways done mine late april early may.

he said that was the optimal time.

if you need to see a doctor i'd be getting it now tho, this time.

but i wouldnt make an appointment just for it.

i'm bound to require a script or 3 by late april, when i call for that i'll ask about flu shots

[lyhargr_0]

Up to you what you choose to do    ...... My doc is advising all his patients to get it done asap ( as are most dr's )

[peteepie]

Had mine yesterday too.

But if you have it this early, make sure you go back in four months for another one.

Doctor's orders.

[lyhargr_0]

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@peteepie wrote:

Had mine yesterday too.

But if you have it this early, make sure you go back in four months for another one.

Doctor's orders.

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Wasnt told that one, will give 'em a call and check

[wide-world-of-stamps]

We just rang to make an appointment.

Our doctor has no idea when they'll get some in - they've placed an order and are waiting to hear when they'll get a delivery.

[lyhargr_0]

Hopefully it wont be too long

[imastawka]

Yes, I was told by doc, that flu shots are only really effective for 3 - 4 months and

normally you would wait until May to get them.

I haven't found out my clinic's procedure yet, but have a Telehealth appointment at 4.15 this arvo.

[lyhargr_0]

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@imastawka wrote:

Yes, I was told by doc, that flu shots are only really effective for 3 - 4 months and

normally you would wait until May to get them.

I haven't found out my clinic's procedure yet, but have a Telehealth appointment at 4.15 this arvo.

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Have plenty of time before the next one would be due, so no biggie atm

[imastawka]

Had my Telehealth appointment.  The clinic has shut it's doors.......basically.

I can ring to make an appointment for a Thursday night for the flu shot.

I got my script repeats and they will be waiting at reception for my daughter to pick up and fill at the in-house chemist.

I was quite impressed with the Telehealth phone call.