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Brown Lifespan who-should-vaccinate-update

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Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and older, with a few exceptions. Different flu vaccines are approved for different age groups. Inactivated injectable influenza vaccines (flu shots) are approved for people as young as 6 months old, while some vaccines are only approved for adults. Pregnant people and those with certain chronic health conditions are recommended to get a flu shot. Most people with an egg allergy can also receive a flu shot, but those with severe, life-threatening allergies to flu vaccine or any of its ingredients should not. People with certain conditions such as an allergy to eggs or a history of Guillain-Barré Syndrome should discuss vaccination with their healthcare provider.<br /><br />Nasal spray flu vaccine is approved for healthy non-pregnant people aged 2 through 49 years old. However, there are several groups of individuals who should not receive the nasal spray vaccine, including children younger than 2 years old, adults 50 years and older, pregnant people, and those with severe, life-threatening allergies, weakened immune systems, or certain medical conditions such as asthma or cochlear implants. Furthermore, individuals with specific medical conditions including asthma, chronic lung diseases, heart disease, kidney disease, and metabolic disorders should consult their healthcare provider before getting the nasal spray vaccine.<br /><br />For individuals with egg allergies, any licensed and recommended age-appropriate influenza vaccine can be given, with two completely egg-free options available.<br /><br />For more information, individuals can visit the CDC's website (www.cdc.gov/flu) or call 1-800-CDC-INFO.

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