07/31/2026
Flu season is almost upon us. Don't forget the most important protection. VACCINES!
A recent study in Pediatrics found that influenza vaccination reduced the risk of death from flu among U.S. kids and teens in recent years. The overall vaccine effectiveness against death from flu was 80% from August 2016 through July 2025.
The AAP recommends kids get the flu vaccine each year, starting at 6 months of age, to provide them with the strongest protect against severe illness. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4q7R5xn