
Flu Shot 2013-2014: Strains, Release Date & Side Effects
A flu vaccine that is designed to protect against for strains of the flu virus will be offered for the first time in the 2013-2014 flu season.
Vaccines help protect people from diseases. They contain "weakened" or "dead" germs, such as viruses or bacteria, which stimulate the body's immune system in a manner that can prevent us from getting sick with harmful pathogens. Here's the latest science news on vaccines.Vaccines
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