The Alabama Department of Public Health is emphasizing the importance of receiving a flu shot. Vaccination is the key to preventing influenza. The Centers for Disease Control recommends that everyone aged 6 months and older, with rare exceptions, receive a flu vaccine every year. Vaccination is especially important for individuals at higher risk of severe flu complications, such as young children, older adults, pregnant women and those with chronic health conditions. The annual flu shot significantly reduces the risk of flu-related illnesses and hospital stays, as well as the likelihood of spreading the virus to others. Simple, consistent habits can...
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