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Can my child have the vaccine if they are allergic to egg?

The nasal spray vaccine can be safely given to most children with an egg allergy. If your child has had a serious (life-threatening) reaction to egg that needed intensive-care treatment, they should be offered an appropriate flu vaccine by injection. 

Speak to your health visitor, school nurse, GP or practice nurse for more advice.

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