Can you get two flu shots to get better effects?

You're still best off getting a single flu shot in October, to make sure that it fully takes effect before flu starts circulating in your area. If you wait any longer, though, you're taking a gamble. Webby points out that the better bet is to get the shot early and take your chances on the tail end of the season. read more

The standard flu shot has been optimized for the population. There are two different versions available for the elderly (>65 y.o.) one is a high dose and the other has an adjuvant added, both are designed to increase antigen titers. read more

Do not worry if you get two flu shots in one flu season. In fact, kids under 9 years old getting the flu shot for the first time get two flu shots that first flu season. For an adult, two flu shots are not necessary, but also not dangerous. Next flu season still get your regular flu shot. read more