The most effective way to decrease complications and reduce the impact of the flu is to get a flu shot. Health Canada recommends everyone 6 months and older should get the annual flu vaccine as soon as it is available because it takes about two weeks after your flu shot for the protective antibodies to develop in the body. Get you flu shot early to protect yourself before flu viruses begin spreading in your community. A flu shot us your best defense against the flu and can save lives by: Protecting you and the people close to you, Preventing you from getting very sick, and Making you less likely to spread the flu. Speak with your Pharmasave Pharmacist about flu shots, prevention, appropriate symptoms relief and other ways to stay healthy this flu season.