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Are flu jabs safe? (UK)

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Hello, I heard recently that the flu jabs have Thimersosal in them which contains a high level of mercury - any knowledge/thoughts on this? thanks

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Angie

Here is a link to the CBC WEBSITE about flu shots and Thimerosal. It's only used in multidisciplinary flue vaccines to prevent contamination. Single dose vials do not contain the substance.

cdc.gov/flu/protect/vaccine...

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HI, thank you for your speedy reply!! I will have a look, cheers

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albie58 in reply to AnjiP

Ha! My phone loves to change things! It's the CDC website. Toward the bottom there are frequently asked questions. If you go there it should answer your question.

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