 [ Symptoms ] can i be immunized if i have a cold  i have gotten a cold with symptoms of sneezing mild headaches sore throat congestion and general mild achy ness i wanted to get the flu shot unfortunately i woke up feeling sick before i was able to get it do i have to wait until i am well to get my flu shot [ Disease ] you can get a flu vaccine when you have a cold or you can wait a few more days colds only last about a week