Do Statins Interfere with the Flu Vaccine?: A Review of the Evidence
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In the U.S., nearly 20% of adults over 40 use a statin [1.2.6]. A common question that arises is: **do statins interfere with the flu vaccine?** Research shows a complex picture, with some studies suggesting a blunted immune response, while others find no significant impact on vaccine effectiveness [1.2.4, 1.3.4].