Question:
If I am a healthy adult under age 65, does getting a flu shot reduce my chance of missing a work day more than not getting a flu shot?
Answer:
No
MedHead Confidence Score: 2
Amount Saved: $25 medical research cost
MedHead Message:
Getting a flu shot for a healthy adult under age 65 does not result in a considerable loss in days worked (less than 30 minutes difference).
References:
1. Demicheli, V et. al. Vaccines for preventing influenza in healthy adults.Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018 Feb 1;2:CD001269.
