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Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza
Who shouldn't get a flu shot?
Can the vaccine give me the flu?
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When is the flu vaccine available?
Why do I need to get vaccinated every year?
Who should get the flu vaccine?
What are my flu vaccine delivery options?
Can the vaccine give me the flu or other respiratory diseases?
What kind of protection does the flu vaccine offer?
Can I lower my risk of the flu without getting a flu shot?
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This year's annual flu shot will offer protection against four of the influenza viruses expected to be in circulation this flu season. High-dose flu vaccines will be available for adults age 65 and older, but these may not be available at all medical centers.
Influenza is a respiratory infection that can cause serious complications, particularly in young children, older adults and people with certain medical conditions. Getting an influenza vaccine — though not 100% effective — is the best way to prevent the misery of the flu and its complications. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends annual flu vaccination for everyone age 6 months or older.
Here are the answers to common questions about flu shots:
