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Is it Safe to Get the COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines at the Same Time?

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  • According to the WHO, influenza A and B are still being detected in similar proportions; however, activity continues to remain low.
  • In the U.S., flu activity continues to remain lower than usual for this time of year.

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Is it Safe to Get the COVID-19 & Flu Vaccines at the Same Time?

With flu season upon us and vaccines becoming available, TAG has been receiving a number of questions on whether people can or should get COVID-19 and flu vaccines at the same time. Following is CDC’s response to these questions:

Q. Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine and a flu vaccine during the same visit?

A. Yes, you can get a COVID-19 vaccine and a flu vaccine at the same time. Even though both vaccines can be given at the same visit, people should follow the recommended schedule for either vaccine: If you haven’t gotten your currently recommended doses of COVID-19 vaccine, get a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as you can, and ideally get a flu vaccine by the end of October.

Q. Is it safe to get a COVID-19 vaccine and a flu vaccine at the same time?

A. While limited data exist on giving COVID-19 vaccines with other vaccines, including flu vaccines, experience with giving other vaccines together has shown the way our bodies develop protection and possible side effects are generally similar whether vaccines are given alone or with other vaccines.

If you have concerns about getting both vaccines at the same time, you should speak with a health care provider.

Visit the CDC Seasonal Flu and COVID-19 FAQs for more information.

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