Flu Shot (Page 2/2) blackrams MAY 10, 10:15 AM quote Originally posted by NewDustin: I think these findings need to be taken in the context of what the flu vaccine is actually for; it isn't meant to prevent you from getting the infection, but rather to lower the risk of transmission and reduce severity in vulnerable populations. Remember that this site posts pre-peer reviewed articles, so how this was conducted has not been scrutinized, but assuming it passes peer review I would think it has more implications on prevention mechanisms within healthcare environments. Agreed! Rams maryjane MAY 13, 10:19 AM quote it isn't meant to prevent you from getting the infection, but rather to lower the risk of transmission and reduce severity in vulnerable populations. With few exceptions, this is the purpose of all immunizations.