The subject of flu shots, and vaccinations in general, often divides people into two camps, with strong opinions on both sides. I have always tried to be an objective, middle-of-the-road person on the subject. For the majority of my life, I have gotten an annual flu shot. The analytical portion of my mind saw the potential benefits of a vaccination that would protect me from a potentially dangerous and contagious illness. All the while, I have been keenly aware of many of the concerns raised by others.
An Unfortunate Coincidence or True Side Effect? During the 2009 swine flu (H1N1) outbreak, there was a shortage of flu vaccine. Because I was living with progressive MS, I was given a priority dosage by the county health services. Within a few days, I experienced low-grade, flu-like symptoms. My physician assured me that my symptoms were a normal response to the flu shot and not to be…
