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Suggest The Type Of Vaccines For Flu

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Posted on Sat, 6 Sep 2014
Question: Hi,
I am travelling abroad (Europe & UAE) with family for few weeks. I am checking for any vaccinations that may be available for my kids (3.5 yrs and 1.3 yrs) against common ailments like flu.
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XXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Arun (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
yes flu vaccines are available and should be taken

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for writing to us.

Flu vaccine is available in various brands like vaxigrip or influvac or agrippal.
One dose should be given to both your kids before travel to protect from flu.
Hope you have completed other vaccines as per schedule
No other travel related vaccines are required.

Regards
DrArun
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Suggest The Type Of Vaccines For Flu

Brief Answer: yes flu vaccines are available and should be taken Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for writing to us. Flu vaccine is available in various brands like vaxigrip or influvac or agrippal. One dose should be given to both your kids before travel to protect from flu. Hope you have completed other vaccines as per schedule No other travel related vaccines are required. Regards DrArun