Who Should, Who Shouldn't Get a Flu Shot

It seems like gospel these days, the constant urging to get a flu shot. And for most people, that's a good concern. But what about those who can't get the shot? What about the existing conditions that can interfere with the drug?

Find out who shouldn't and shouldn't get the vaccine below. 

High risk groups for getting the flu:

• Kids between ages 6 months and 5 years
• Women who are pregnant
• Those older than 50
• Those with asthma, diabetes, and heart or blood disorders, CNN reports.

Groups who should contact a doctor first:

• Those with chicken egg allergies
• Anyone taking oseltamivir
• Anyone under 6 months of age
• Anyone who has a fever
• Anyone with a previous reaction to the vaccination
• Anyone with a history of Guillain–Barré Syndrome, the CDC reports.

For more information on area flu cases, check out this interactive map.

For information on where to get a vaccine, check out this story.

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