California Urges 3 Holiday Vaccines as Flu, COVID-19 and RSV Risks Rise
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Updated · Yahoo! Voices · Oct 29
California Urges 3 Holiday Vaccines as Flu, COVID-19 and RSV Risks Rise
3 articles · Updated · Yahoo! Voices · Oct 29
Summary
California health officials on Thursday urged residents to get vaccinated against flu, COVID-19 and RSV before holiday gatherings, saying seasonal spread raises infection risk.
CDPH said the shots are available at local pharmacies and healthcare providers, covered for most people, and safe to receive at the same time.
6 months is the minimum age for flu vaccination, while the latest COVID shot is recommended for children 6-23 months, pregnant people and adults 65 or older.
75 and older, infants and toddlers, and pregnant individuals are among those recommended for RSV protection as the state warns the viruses can cause severe illness in vulnerable groups.