Flu shots for kids

Hi ilites..
Is it necessary to give flushots to kids?My kid is 4 1/2 and its been 9 months since we came here..His ped advised to give 2 course of flushots..He was given the first..does he need another course too? My friend says that its absolutely necessary to give the shots..

Pls post u'r suggestions

Cheers
RAmya

Hi Ramya,

If your ped says so,then you should definately do it.Every country has its own ways and I think that you should follow it if you live there.
How long do u live there?


Pia

Ramya,

flu shots are generally recommended - some peds still leave the option to parents. However, if you have given the first set, I understand it is necessary to give the booster shots with in the month of the first shots. If it's too late, not a problem and nothing to worry - it is as good as not giving a shot ( the first shot will not have effect by itself I guess). Also finally always speak with ped for all your doubts.

Here's a link which gives more info...hope this helps.

WakeGOV.com - Flu Immunizations

Originally Posted by Srama

Ramya,

flu shots are generally recommended - some peds still leave the option to parents. However, if you have given the first set, I understand it is necessary to give the booster shots with in the month of the first shots. If it's too late, not a problem and nothing to worry - it is as good as not giving a shot ( the first shot will not have effect by itself I guess). Also finally always speak with ped for all your doubts.

Here's a link which gives more info...hope this helps.

WakeGOV.com - Flu Immunizations

Hi srama,
Thanx for the info..The website cleared all my doubts..

Cheers
Ramya

Originally Posted by Pia

Hi Ramya,

If your ped says so,then you should definately do it.Every country has its own ways and I think that you should follow it if you live there.
How long do u live there?


Pia

Hi pia,
We moved to the US last year...I checked with the ped and she recommended to have the second course tooo..

Cheers
RAmya

Ramya,

Flu shot when given the first time, is done in two shots. The second (booster) shot is given sometime after 6-8 weeks the first one. This is just for the first time. The year after just once. HTH.