Should I Get a Flu Shot During the COVID Pandemic? with Dr. Siu Ming Geary | San Diego Health

It's time for your annual flu shot. The flu is still a serious illness even during the COVID-19 pandemic, and avoiding it may also help you avoid coronavirus. In this video, host Susan Taylor talks with internal medicine physician Dr. Siu Ming Geary about the importance of getting a flu vaccine. Learn more: https://www.scripps.org/7055yt

0:44 - Who should get the flu shot? At what age should you start getting the flu shot?
1:12 - When should you get the flu shot?
1:55 - How long does it take to build immunity to the flu after you get the flu shot?
2:12 - Does the flu vaccine protect you from getting COVID-19?
2:56 - What are flu shot side effects?
3:12 - Who is most susceptible to getting the flu?
4:20 - What is the high dose flu vaccine for those over age 65?
4:47 - What are the risk factors of this year's flu season being that it's in the midst of the COVID pandemic?
5:29 - Where can you get your flu shot at Scripps?

Видео Should I Get a Flu Shot During the COVID Pandemic? with Dr. Siu Ming Geary | San Diego Health канала Scripps Health