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Can the flu shot infect me with a virus?

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  1. Stacy Wiegman
     
    Stacy Wiegman answered:
    The flu shot cannot infect you with a virus. The shot contains viruses that have been killed and therefore have no ability to infect your body. Flu vaccine manufacturers also test their products for safety.
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  2. Dr. Diana Blythe
     
    Dr. Diana Blythe of Pediatric Associates answered:

    The flu shot cannot infect you with a virus because it does not contain a live virus. What the flu shot does is train your body to fight off the influenza virus if you are exposed.

    After a flu shot, you may feel a mild elevation in your temperature or some soreness in the arm at the injection site. Moving your arm will help with the soreness.

     

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