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May 1, 2025 19 mins

Alright mamas, in today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most widely accepted (and promoted) seasonal health interventions. Can you guess what it is? 👀

We’re diving into safety — yep, that loaded word that everyone throws around but few really define. I promised you studies, and you know I always come through! I’m not here to tell you what to do — I’m here to equip you so you can decide for yourself. 💪

First, we get super clear on what we’re actually trying to prevent. I break down the difference between true influenza and the hundreds of other things that look like the flu but aren’t. We talk testing, tracking, and how the CDC gathers its data.

We also dig into how effective flu prevention really is… and let’s just say, the numbers might surprise you. 🤯

Then, we take a little walk down vaccine memory lane — from a program that got shut down fast to the data that keeps piling up. And yes, we touch on ingredients, side effects, and what’s really in that syringe.

By the end of this one, you’ll be walking away with some really great questions to ask the next time you’re confronted with a medical decision that may not be as harmless as it seems.

Thanks for tuning in, and I’ll catch you next time for more truth, clarity, and confidence in your health journey. ✨

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Sources:

https://www.cdc.gov/flu-burden/php/about/faq.html

Jefferson T, Di Pietrantonj C, Rivetti A, Bawazeer G, Al-Ansary LA, Ferroni E. “Vaccines for preventing influenza in healthy adults.” Cochrane Database 2010 Jul DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD001269.pub4

Bodewes, R, Kreijtz JHCM, Rimmerlzwaan CF. “Yearly influenza vaccines: a double-edged sword?” Lancet Infect Dis December 2009;9:784-787

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