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Date: 07.10.2011
From: kirst

Subject: flu jabs?

just wondering if having RA automatically means you are allowd the flu jab?

i had the jab last year when on MTX but came off that and am starting sulfazaline next week. is that another drug you can get the jab with?

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Date: 07.10.2011
From: Dilizjo

Subject: Re: flu jabs?

I think it's the condition not the medication Kirst, have you not had a letter from your GP? If not make an appt and ask for the flu jab.

take care xx
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Date: 07.10.2011
From: marlene

Subject: Re: flu jabs?

The flu jab is for the condition as Dilizjo said. Call your GP straight away don't miss out. Take Care x
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Date: 07.10.2011
From: kirst

Subject: Re: flu jabs?

thanks for that, i will phone today. hope all are having a realatively pain free day x
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Date: 07.10.2011
From: davina

Subject: Re: flu jabs?

hi kirst yes you should get the flu jab for your ra due to your immune system . x
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Date: 08.10.2011
From: Lorraine

Subject: Re: flu jabs?

Hi i have had RA for 9yrs and never been offered the Flu Jab started on MTX and now had a letter to get the Jab, my rhummy nurse said i should have been having it all along and could not understand why my GP had not called for me . so yes you are entitled to it
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