CDC Recommending Everyone 6 Months & Older Get Flu Shot
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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued an urgent warning to Americans. Getting a flu shot this year is more critical than ever.
Health officials hope that will lessen the number of flu symptoms which can be confused with COVID-19.
They are also worried about the stress on the health care system.
The CDC recommends everyone over 6 months get the flu vaccine.
This year, two new flu vaccines will be available for people 65 and older, which are expected to offer better protection.
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