AMA encourages people 6 months and older to get vaccinated against flu

As flu season begins, AMA encourages every eligible American to be vaccinated against the flu, ideally by the end of October.

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CHICAGO — As flu season begins and after officials confirmed an unvaccinated Florida child as the first flu-related death of the season, the American Medical Association (AMA) is encouraging everyone six months and older to be vaccinated against the flu, ideally by the end of October. The following statement is attributable to AMA President Barbara L. McAneny, M.D.:

“Every eligible American should get their flu vaccine as soon as possible because we know it’s the most effective way to protect against the flu and its potentially serious complications. The flu vaccine is particularly effective in reducing flu illness, doctor’s visits, missed work and school, and at preventing flu-related hospitalizations and deaths. It’s also a proven way to significantly reduce a child’s risk of influenza-associated death.

 

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