Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion
Summary
Leading U.S. medical groups have released updated recommendations for flu and COVID-19 vaccines this fall to reduce public confusion. They encourage almost everyone over 6 months old to get vaccinated, especially older adults, pregnant women, young children, and people with certain health conditions.Key Facts
- New flu and COVID-19 vaccines for this fall have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
- Doctors’ groups like the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association provided clear vaccination guidelines to help people understand who should get vaccinated.
- Almost everyone aged 6 months and older is recommended to get a flu vaccine.
- People 65 and older, pregnant women, young kids, and those with chronic health issues are at higher risk and strongly advised to get vaccinated.
- Recent flu seasons saw many child deaths mostly among unvaccinated children.
- Flu vaccines reduce severe illness, with studies showing a 31% drop in hospitalizations among older adults.
- Enhanced flu vaccines are available for seniors, but they should get vaccinated without delay even if these specific vaccines are not available.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has not yet issued new fall vaccine guidance due to ongoing administrative changes and legal issues.
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