Why kids should get a flu shot
Getting a flu shot every year is the best way to protect kids from getting sick from the flu. The flu virus changes often, so the shot is updated each year to fight it better. Even healthy kids who are 5 years old and up can catch the flu and spread it to others—like babies under 6 months, older adults, or people with health problems like asthma or diabetes.
Kids younger than 5 years old, especially under 2 years old, and kids with certain health issues can get very sick from the flu. That’s why it’s super important for them to get a flu shot every year. It helps keep them safe and lowers the chance of going to the hospital. Everyone who is 6 months or older should get a flu shot every year to help protect themselves and others.
Flu Symptoms in Kids
• Fever that comes on fast
• Cough
• Sore throat
• Muscle aches
• Headache
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