There are many places to get vaccines against flu and COVID-19, as well as RSV if you're eligible. It's OK to get all of these vaccines in one visit. You can get vaccinated at some doctor's offices, local health centers or most pharmacies. To find pharmacies near you, visitvaccines...
And while the 2024–25 seasonal flu vaccine doesn’t protect against H5N1 bird flu, the more people who get the vaccine, the lower the chances of the current bird flu outbreak becoming a pandemic, the CDC says. That’s because it’s possible for the two flu types to exchange genetic mat...
It's important to know that each year the flu vaccine is never 100% effective in preventing flu. Vaccine effectiveness varies from year to year, based on the match of the circulating flu types to the strains contained in the vaccine. Results from the 2023-2024 U.S. flu season show that ...
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Another important note: You need to get your flu shot every year. Flu outbreaks change each year, and scientists work hard to predict which strain of flu will be most common. They use that knowledge to develop a vaccine that offers the most protection. To fight this year’s flu, you nee...
Sign up to be the first to know when you can order for home delivery. Hang tight, we got you! Keep me updated! Important Safety Information You should not get FLUMIST if you: have a severe allergy to eggs or to any inactive ingredient in the vaccine; have ever had a life-threatening...
Here’s where it’s spreading during the 2024–25 holiday season Public health experts are warning of a ‘quad-demic’ this winter. Here’s where flu, COVID, RSV, and norovirus are spreading New COVID vaccines are here. What to know about latest shots in wake of nation’s biggest ...
The vaccine has been shown to reduce illness, doctor’s visits, time off work or school due to flu, and lower the risk of serious complications. Besides vaccination, everyday steps you can take to prevent seasonal flu spread include: Avoid contact with sick people and stay away from ...
"We do tend to see, when the weather changes, a seasonal uptick in illnesses like flu and COVID-19," Hochul said. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends everyone ages 6 months and older get the COVID vaccine, especially those over 65. ...