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Doctor Says Babies As Young As 6 Months Should Get Flu Vaccine

Dr. Victor Waters of St. Bernardine Medical Center says that babies, 6 months and older should receive the flu vaccine especially if they have asthma or are at risk. The…

GLASGOW, UNITED KINGDOM – SEPTEMBER 03: A young boy receives a immunization jab at a health centre in Glasgow September 3, 2007 in Glasgow, Scotland. Medical experts still believe the MMR jab is safe and that the vaccine does not cause autism. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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Dr. Victor Waters of St. Bernardine Medical Center says that babies, 6 months and older should receive the flu vaccine especially if they have asthma or are at risk.

The CDC says that last year's flu season was the worst in over 30 years.

If you are already sick and do not have a high fever he says that you can still get the flu shot as it will shorten the life of the flu.