Flu activity is currently increasing across New Jersey, and children are among those most affected. Even now, it is not too late to get the flu vaccine. Vaccination can still provide important protection as flu season continues into winter and early spring.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) strongly recommends annual influenza vaccination for all children 6 months and older, unless medically contraindicated. The flu vaccine helps reduce the risk of severe illness, complications, and hospitalization.
Getting vaccinated also helps protect infants who are too young to receive the flu vaccine, as well as adults and children who cannot be vaccinated due to medical conditions. By vaccinating ourselves and our children, we help reduce the spread of flu in our community and protect those most vulnerable.
If your child has not yet received their flu shot, please contact your pediatrician’s office to schedule an appointment.
FAQ: Flu Season
Q1. Is flu activity increasing in New Jersey?
Ans: Yes. Flu cases are currently rising across New Jersey, and children are among those commonly affected.
Q2. Is it too late to get the flu vaccine?
Ans: No. Flu season can last into winter and early spring. Getting vaccinated now can still provide meaningful protection.
Q3. Who should get the flu vaccine?
Ans: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends annual flu vaccination for all children 6 months and older, unless there is a medical reason not to vaccinate.
Q4. Why is flu vaccination important for my family?
Ans: The flu vaccine helps reduce the risk of severe illness, complications, and hospitalization in children.
Q5. How does my child’s flu vaccine help protect others?
Ans: Vaccination helps protect infants who are too young to receive the flu vaccine and children and adults who cannot be vaccinated due to medical conditions by reducing the spread of influenza in the community.
Q6. How can I schedule a flu vaccine?
Ans: Call your pediatricians office to schedule your child’s flu vaccination.