“Egg embryos are used to grow viruses for vaccines such as the flu so you may have heard that you shouldn’t get vaccinated if you’re allergic to eggs. But there is now a vaccine approved for adults that is completely safe for people with egg allergies. It’s important to get vaccinated as it can help prevent serious illness.” —Bryan Martin, MD
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