Should I get a flu shot? Each year as the days begin to shorten and the weather turns colder, a question arises – should I get a flu shot? The answer may depend on various factors. Did I get one last year, did I get sick last year, how am I feeling now? How onerous would it be to be sick for a week or more? Age, profession, geographic location. All are relevant. Another important question: how effective is the flu shot? The CDC estimates that the flu shot reduces risk of infe