Flu jabs halve threat of embolism in under-50s
Having a flu jab could almost halve the risk of developing venous thromboembolisms (VTE) among the under 50s, according to French research. The findings, presented at the annual AHA scientific sessions are the first to show that influenza vaccination can offer protection against VTEs, such as DVT and pulmonary embolism. The study compared 727 people with a history of VTE with 727 others, matched for age and sex, who had not suffered a VTE.