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Has anyone with lung cancer diagnosis, been advised by doctor to get an RSV vaccine??

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Minnesota City, MN
November 28, 2024
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Members shared their experiences getting the RSV vaccine after lung cancer diagnosis, with many confirming their doctors strongly recommended... Read more

Members shared their experiences getting the RSV vaccine after lung cancer diagnosis, with many confirming their doctors strongly recommended it alongside flu and COVID vaccines to protect compromised lungs. Several members highlighted significant cost differences, with some paying nearly $400 out of pocket while others found free coverage through Medicare Part D, VA benefits, or prescription insurance plans like CVS. A recurring theme was confusion about age eligibility and insurance coverage, prompting advice to check with pharmacies or doctors offices beforehand, and gratitude for discovering veteran benefits and assistance programs that made vaccines more accessible.

A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Yes , I was advised to have flu and Covid injections, which I had a couple of weeks ago and have not had any bad reactions.

December 1, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I get all vaccines regardless of what it said to protect myself from being sicker than I exoect especially during the winter.

December 1, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I did flu and renew pneumonia. Ask the oncologist

December 1, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Good to know. I am 69 and on a Medicare Advantage plan. I can get my RSV vaccine at no charge thru Veterans Adminstration. My high dose flu vaccine and COVID, Igot with my Medicare coverage at my local clinic.

December 1, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I got my COVID and high dose Flu vaccines early October. But now after having a lobectomy, I was wondering if RSV vaccines are highly recommended for folks with diminished lung power? Will likely get mine scheduled up ASAP. Thanks!

November 28, 2024

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