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schedule and get a vaccination . You can help them find a vaccine location at Vaccines . gov . They may also need help finding child care or figuring out whether they can take time off from work . Offering a ride or accompanying them can also be helpful , especially if the closest vaccination site is far away . If English is not their primary language , offer to help them schedule the appointment and arrange for a medical translator if needed . When it ’ s easier to get vaccinated , people are more likely to take this important step to help protect their health .
Having open , honest and supportive conversations about vaccines with family members and friends can make all the difference . For more information , visit cdc . gov / RiskLessDoMore or talk to your doctor .
Flu , COVID-19 and RSV Vaccines Help People Risk Less Severe Illness and Do More of What They Enjoy
75 and older , or 60 and older with certain health conditions such as such as heart disease , lung disease , obesity or diabetes , should get an RSV vaccine if they have not been vaccinated for RSV before .
For certain people , the risk of serious respiratory illness remains high . These include adults ages 65 and older , residents of long-term care facilities , pregnant people , people with certain health conditions and those living in rural areas . People in some racial and ethnic groups , including people who are Black or Hispanic , are also at higher risk . People who are not up to date on flu , COVID-19 and RSV vaccines can reduce their risk by getting their 2024-25 vaccines as soon as they can .
To get started , visit Vaccines . gov . — Family Features
This season ’ s vaccines are now available . Everyone 6 months and older should get an updated flu and COVID-19 vaccine . Everyone ages
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