CDC's Influenza Division compiles and analyzes information on influenza activity year-round in the United States. According to this week's FluView report (October 31 - November 6), influenza activity remains low in the United States.
Coadministration of COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine in Children
Children 5 years and older who are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination can get a COVID-19 vaccine and a flu vaccine at the same visit. Each injection is given at a different injection site.
Early, Low Estimates for Flu Vaccination Coverage in Some Groups Raise Concerns CDC’s preliminary in-season estimates for flu vaccine uptake among children and pregnant people so far this flu season are lower compared to the same time last season, which could be dangerous for many of the people in these groups who may be at higher risk of developing serious flu complications.
Early estimates for flu vaccine uptake in pregnant people show a 15-percentage point drop in coverage this season over last season. Flu shots help protect pregnant people and their baby after birth from flu. If you’re pregnant, get a flu shot now: https://bit.ly/3CFzYJx
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