Patient's question:
My baby is a little over two years old, and I want to send him to kindergarten. A friend suggested that I get my child vaccinated against the flu. If it's to be injected, can a child of this age receive it? What are the benefits after vaccination? Are there any side effects? Can it increase resistance? First question supplement: What is the best time to get vaccinated?Doctor's answer:
The cost-effectiveness of getting the flu vaccine is the highest. Through the protection provided by the flu vaccine, babies can not only reduce the impact caused by the virus but also avoid many other diseases triggered by the flu. At the same time, it can effectively alleviate parents' concerns and also help reduce the chance of family members getting infected. Therefore, there are many benefits for children to get the flu vaccine. However, when getting the flu vaccine, it is essential to choose the correct time. For babies in the north, the best time to get vaccinated is from November to January of the following year. For babies in the south, the best time to get vaccinated is divided into two phases: the first phase is from May to July each year, and the second phase is from October to February of the following year.