FYI, there IS thimerosal-free flu vaccine. You just have to ask for it.

TV_D_SEAT...I stand somewhat corrected. I DO know of all these things, however, EVERYTHING we take down to simple pain relievers like Tylenol, etc has chemicals and possible side effects but the benefits outweigh the risks. That is the nature of medicine. Unless you never take anything whatsoever for anything you take that risk everytime. GBS from the flu shot it not a "common" occurance and the most common reactions are not what I call "real" harm as they are MUCH less serious than the flu itself.

..flu virus in the vaccine are inactivated with formaldehyde and preserved with Thimerosal, which is a mercury derivative.

The most common reactions, which begin within 12 hours of vaccination and can last several days are: fever, fatigue, painful joints and headache.

The most serious reaction that has been associated with flu vaccine is Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) which occurs most often within two to four weeks of vaccination. GBS is an immune mediated nerve disorder characterized by muscle weakness, unsteady gait, numbness, tingling, pain and sometimes paralysis of one or more limbs or the face. Recovery takes several months and can include residual disability. Less than 5 percent of GBS cases end in death.

Brain and nerve disorders such as encephalopathy, optic neuritis, partial facial paralysis, and brachial plexus neuropathy as well as vasculitis have also been reported following the flu vaccine, although a definite causal relationship has no been established.

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TV_D_Seat...I'm not aware that the flu shot poses any real harm if you're not allergic to eggs or have any conditions that would contraindicate getting the shot. You should always be asked to fill out a questionnaire before getting it to avoid those issues. That's my point.

TV_D_Seat...I don't quite understand how it can do any real harm if you have no allergies to any of its contents nor any pre-existing condition that would contraindicate it. I have never heard of any if there is. That's my point.

heelsgirl05...LOL! Didn't catch that...good one.

Well, if Religious Belief is an exemption, you all are welcome to join my Christ-centered Church. If you're already a member of one that you don't want to leave, I don't see any problem with being a member of both.

Frankly, both sides of the issue can put forth reasonable arguments why they're right. But the fact of the matter is it's still a gamble whether it will do more harm than good.

Forgo the injection, wear a mask, and everyone is happy.

dontgetmestarted, the inpatient stay was a reference to Wakemed's recent run-in with medicare fraud where they billed outpatient procedures as inpatient ones so they could get more money.

killing time...I agree!...True, you are essentially exposed to everyone in the ER regardless but you are in direct contact with your caregiver.

Scubagirl, well said. As most anyone (especially adults) should know, we all have to do things we don't particularly want to from time to time but that's just life. You learn to suck it up and press onward. My son did just that when he realized he was getting the flu shot because mom said so. You know what...he realized it wasn't all that bad and never shed a tear. He's 8yrs old......

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