When Is It Too Late?
This means you could still get a flu shot in January, February, or even in the spring.
Can You Get Vaccinated After Exposure to the Flu?
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Can you get a flu shot if you have a cold?
If you have amild cold, it should be okay to get a flu shot.
However, check in with a healthcare provider first, just to be safe.
Ideally, the CDC says you should be vaccinated against the flu every year by the end of October.
What are the months for the flu season?
In the United States, the virus that causes flu usually circulates in the fall and winter.
Flu activity tends to peak between December and February.This can vary season by season, however.
Some seasons begin earlier, and some can continue well into the spring months.
Ideally, you should give a shot to get vaccinated before the end of October.
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