To help you get prepared and stay safe we're answering some of the most common questions about the flu shot and flu season this year. How long do flu shots last? The flu shot is thought to last around six months, though this may change person to person. Is August too early to get...
“Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine every year by the end of October, if possible,” the CDCrecommended. People will still have a chance for several months after October to get vaccinated. But those who get their flu shot now will reduce their risk of getting the flu ...
The CDC says getting a flu vaccine is more important than ever this year, not just for your own protection but to help reduce the strain on health care systems responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to a flu shot, Elkind said, everyone should know the warning signs of a strok...
Vaccines that offer protection against both COVID-19 and influenza with a single shot will likely not be ready in time for this year, a top federal official said Wednesday. However, tweaks to update the current COVID vaccines and drugs are expected soon. The Food and Drug Administration's t...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), only about half of Americans get a flu shot each year. But getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others from the flu virus. The most obvious benefit of the flu shot is that it lowers your ri...
Getting a flu shot is relatively simple to do. Here are a few of the top choices to get them for free or cheap. Your Employer Your employer is often the best way to get a free flu shot. They may even allow you to receive your shot during normal work hours. This means you don’t...
But if your body remembers the virus, why do you need to get a flu shot every year? First, because flu strains differ from year to year; and second, because immunity declines over time. The shot, which is normally given in the arm, is made up of three different viruses. The three ...
She urged Americans to seek out a flu shot rather than risk getting infected again. "We've forgotten how bad the flu can be. But this year's season is a shout out that it can get really bad and it's here, so people need to get vaccinated," Fryhofer said....
This year I got my flu shot in early October as I usually do. Until now I’ve always had a hard time to find when and where to get it. But nowGoogle Flu Trendshas two good “flu shot locator” links. One is the American Lung Association’sFlu Clinic Locator. The other is a much...
This means that you’ll need to get a flu shot every year. How much does the flu shot cost? The cost of a flu shot depends on your insurance coverage. Many insurance providers cover flu shots 100%. If you’re not sure what your insurance covers, call the number on the back of ...