Here’s When to Get Your Flu Shot

Flu season may be arriving earlier than usual this year, according to clinical surveillance data. Health experts are recommending that people get vaccinated now rather than waiting, since an early flu season means the virus could spread sooner. The recommendation is for people to schedule their flu shots as soon as possible to protect themselves ahead of the season's peak.

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  1. Oct 5Now Is the Best Time to Get Your Flu Shot
  2. Oct 7Flu season may be starting early; experts say get vaccinated now

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Here’s When to Get Your Flu Shot

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Money Talks NewsLean Left· 13h ago

Here’s When to Get Your Flu Shot

NPRLean Left· 4d ago

An early flu season means it might be time to think about a flu shot

TimeLean Left· 6d ago

Now Is the Best Time to Get Your Flu Shot

Philadelphia InquirerLean Left· 6d ago

Why you should think about getting your flu shot right now

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5 viewpoints
MedicalXpressCenter· 4d ago

Flu season may be starting early; experts say get vaccinated now

MedicalXpressCenter· 4d ago

Flu season is near—here's a guide to available vaccines

The Conversation USCenter· 5d ago

Flu season is near – here’s a guide to available vaccines

STATCenter· 5d ago

Deciding when to get your flu shot? Consider these factors

Our Quad CitiesCenter· 5d ago

Scott County Health Dept: Now is the time to get your flu vaccine

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Las Vegas Review-JournalLean Right· 2d ago

What’s the ideal time to get your flu vaccination?