The drugs used to treat rheumatoid arthritis can weaken your body's defense against germs. So, get a flu shot every year. Check with your doctor to find out when you should get vaccines for these other infections:
If you're 60 or older, ask your doctor about a vaccine to prevent shingles.
- Pneumococcal disease
- Meningococcal disease
- Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
- Hepatitis B
- Tetanus