Article 5KCGD Experts study viability of giving flu and Covid jabs at same time

Experts study viability of giving flu and Covid jabs at same time

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Natalie Grover Science correspondent
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Findings on side-effects and vaccine efficacy expected by August or September as NHS prepares for potential flu surge

Researchers are working to establish whether the flu jab and a Covid vaccine can be given at the same time, as the NHS braces itself for a potential surge in cases of flu this winter.

Giving the two shots at the same time could save precious resources for the NHS by avoiding millions of unnecessary appointments, experts said.

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