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Should cancer patients and survivors get a flu shot?

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Should cancer patients and survivors get a flu shot?

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Should cancer patients and survivors get a flu shot?

Basic Information
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Cancer patients and survivors have a higher risk of complications from the flu. We answer important questions.

Families and Caregivers
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It’s important for cancer patients’ caregivers and family members to take steps to prevent flu from spreading.

Flu Treatment
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Antiviral drugs can make your illness milder, shorten the time you are sick, and prevent serious flu complications.

Prevent Flu!

This video explains easy ways to prevent the flu.

Featured Resources
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Learn how cancer patients can lower their risk of getting infections during chemotherapy treatment.

The Flu Vaccine Finder locates flu vaccine clinics near you. Simply enter your ZIP Code or city and state.

Page last reviewed: November 19, 2019
Content source: Division of Cancer Prevention and Control,, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention