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Getting A Flu Shot? Make Sure You Do This First

Experts say it’s important to get a flu shot this year.  But before you do that, there’s something else you need to take care of – getting a good nights…

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Experts say it's important to get a flu shot this year. 

But before you do that, there's something else you need to take care of - getting a good nights sleep.

Some studies have shown that getting less sleep the night before a vaccination can reduce its effectiveness by as much as 50 percent.

Experts recommend between 7 and 10 hours of sleep a night. 

People who get less than that are more susceptible to colds, pneumonia, and other health issues.