CDC chief pitches COVID-19, flu vaccines during Cleveland visit; here’s what to know about shots & a new at-home test
Families have new weapons against winter viruses this year. The arsenal includes the 2024-25 updated COVID-19 vaccine, an updated flu vaccine, a new at-home test that detects both flu and COVID-19, and the return of free rapid COVID-19 tests from the government.
Public shunning ‘tripledemic’ vaccines for COVID-19, flu, and RSV
The public, by and large, has not been on board with immunizations in the aftermath of the pandemic, despite public health agencies heavily campaigning this year for more people to get vaccinated against COVID-19,
Get COVID-19, flu vaccines as soon as shots available: Algoma Public Health
Algoma Public Health (APH) encourages residents to get COVID-19 and flu vaccines as soon as shots are available. “Both vaccines are safe and can be given during the same appointment, making it quicker for someone to access the immunizations that can help you stay healthy this season,” said Nicholas Minardi, APH manager of immunizations.
Updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines available in N.B. next week
Updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines will be available to New Brunswickers aged six months and older, starting Oct. 15, the Department of Health announced Tuesday.
What Older Adults Need to Know About Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines
"Vaccines are the best way to prevent serious illness from flu and COVID-19," said Dr. Nirav D. Shah, principal deputy director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). "People who get flu or COVID-19 after getting vaccinated are much less likely than those who did not get a vaccine to get very sick or go to the hospital.
Health Matters: COVID-19 boosters and flu shots to become available in BC on October 15
London Drugs pharmacist Penny Lehoux discusses the latest vaccines for COVID-19 and influenza and when people will be eligible to get them.
Appointment bookings open in Sask. for influenza, COVID-19 vaccines
Bookings are now open across the province for seasonal influenza and COVID-19 immunization clinics, which are scheduled to start operating the week of Oct. 15.
Albertans can now book appointments for flu, RSV and COVID-19 immunizations
Respiratory illness season is fast approaching and now Albertans can book an appointment to get immunized. This year, in addition to flu and COVID-19 shots, there's a new layer of added protection for some Albertans in the form of RSV vaccines.
Albertans can now book flu shots and vaccinations for COVID-19, RSV
Albertans are now able to book their annual immunizations against fall respiratory viruses, the province announced Monday. Those include vaccinations for influenza and COVID-19. A new vaccination against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is also available for seniors aged 75 years or older,
Elon Musk clarifies his stance on vaccines, reiterates support for Trump in new interview
X owner Elon Musk took the opportunity during a recent interview with Tucker Carlson to reaffirm his support for vaccines, ...
Respiratory virus season is back. Here's how to protect against flu, COVID-19 and RSV
Flu, COVID-19 and RSV are predicted to cause about as many hospitalizations as last year. Houston experts offer tips for ...
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New survey finds waning interest in getting COVID-19 vaccines and boosters
In a national survey, less than 20% of U.S. adults were concerned about respiratory viruses or interested in getting shots. A ...
COVID-19, the flu and colds are back: Here’s your seasonal illness guide to respiratory viruses and their symptoms
It’s safe to get your flu shot and COVID shot at the same time, if you choose, and in the same arm or different arms. In ...
Covid-19 may increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes and deaths for three years after an infection, study suggests
Covid-19 continues to be a powerful risk factor for future heart attacks and strokes for almost three years following the ...
LA County offering free COVID-19 booster shots, critical for fall and winter
In fall and winter, COVID-19 transmission usually rises. LA County offers free boosters at county clinics and vaccination ...
COVID-19 may increase heart attack and stroke risk for years
The findings suggest that being hospitalized for COVID-19 in 2020 was a "coronary artery disease risk equivalent," conferring ...
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Health department offering seasonal vaccines Oct. 11
The City of St. Joseph Health Department will be hosting its annual vaccine clinic from 9 a.m. to noon, or while supplies ...