Seasonal Influenza

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Who Needs A Flu Vaccine?

Influenza, commonly referred to as the 'flu', is a severe respiratory illness that is easily spread and can lead to severe complications, even death. Each year in the U.S. on average, influenza and its related complications result in approximately 226,000 hospitalizations and over 23,600 deaths. Combined with pneumonia, influenza is the nation's eighth leading cause of death. You can help avoid getting and spreading influenza by getting vaccinated each year.

Learn about Who Needs A Flu Vaccine. http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/whoshouldvax.htm

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Get Vaccinated! Don't Get Flu. Don't Spread Flu. Visit www.cdc.gov/flu

Seasonal Influenza Information for Children and Adolescents

Seasonal influenza is more dangerous than the common cold for children. Each year, flu places a large burden on the health and well-being of children and families. An influenza vaccination is the best method for preventing seasonal flu and its potentially severe complications in children. The New York State Department of Health recommends that all children aged 6 months up to their 19th birthday get a seasonal flu vaccine.

The seasonal influenza vaccine is not approved for use in children younger than 6 months old, but their risk of flu complications is higher than for any other child age group. The best way to protect children younger than 6 months against seasonal influenza is to make sure members of their household and their caregivers are vaccinated.