Who should get the flu vaccination?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the following groups of people are recommended to receive the flu vaccination:

- Children: All children 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine every year.

- Pregnant women: Pregnant women should get a flu vaccine at any time during pregnancy.

- Adults with chronic health conditions: People with chronic health conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease, or cancer, should get a flu vaccine.

- Adults over 65 years old: Adults 65 years of age and older should get a flu vaccine.

- People who care for others: People who care for children, the elderly, or people with chronic health conditions should get a flu vaccine.

- Healthcare workers: Healthcare workers should get a flu vaccine.

The flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself from the flu and its potentially serious complications. If you have any questions about whether or not you should get the flu vaccine, talk to your doctor.