Flu shot controversy    1. 3     So, all being healthcare
professionals, we are all urged (if not required) to be
vaccinated for the flu annually. I completely understand why. I
know there is some controversy about flu vaccines and their
safety as well though. I know that people just think, well I
wanna keep my patients safe, so i'm getting one, without
thinking about the possible side effects, if they really do
exist. Not saying that I disagree with it, because that's not
the case at all, vaccines can really be a good thing, have been
proved to have helped millions of people throughout the years.
As far as the controversy goes, I have found multiple sites
explaining about the mercury and aluminum content in these
vaccines. Some say it's minimal, others say since mercury is so
toxic, it's a bad amount. Also same goes with aluminum. Both
which have potential to cause neurological problems. I have read
MANY studies which show that If you more than 5 consecutive flu
vaccines, you have a HUGE increase in cha