Influenza, hepatitis B, varicella and tetanus vaccines reported safe for people with MS

Many people with multiple sclerosis have concerns about the safety of routine vaccinations, such as the annual ‘flu shot.’

Most health officials say getting vaccinated before the flu season begins is the most effective way to prevent influenza.

However, getting vaccinated later in the season can still be beneficial.

The Academy of Neurology, in collaboration with the Immunization Panel of the Multiple Sclerosis Council for Clinical Practice Guidelines, published a summary of evidence and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding immunizations and multiple sclerosis (MS).

They concluded that the current evidence supports strategies to minimize the risk of acquiring infectious diseases that may trigger MS relapses.

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