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13 paź 2024 · The three flu vaccines preferentially recommended for seniors are the high-dose Fluzone and Flublok and an adjuvanted flu vaccine Fluad. Studies show these more powerful vaccines enhance seniors' immunity and decrease flu-related hospitalizations and deaths, compared to standard flu shots.
17 wrz 2024 · Everyone 6 months and older in the United States, with rare exception, should get a flu vaccine every season. Flu vaccination has been shown to have many benefits including reducing the risk of flu illnesses, hospitalizations and even the risk of flu-related death.
1 lis 2022 · The picture that emerged from this review made clear what scientists had long suspected: Some vaccines provide better protection against the flu than others for older adults, and for the...
11 paź 2024 · Should You Get an Enhanced Flu Shot if You’re Under 65? Some research is finding these enhanced vaccines may help adults 50 to 64 as well.
2 wrz 2020 · The flu shot can help you reduce your risk for catching the seasonal flu, especially during COVID-19, but should you get one? Learn the pros and cons.
27 paź 2023 · 1 Altmetric. Explore all metrics. Abstract. Influenza is associated with a substantial health burden, especially in high-risk subjects such as older adults, frail individuals and those with underlying chronic diseases.
WHO. Vaccines have been the main global weapon to minimise the impact of influenza in the elderly for the last four decades and are recommended worldwide for individuals aged 65 years or older. The primary goal of influenza vaccination in the elderly is to reduce the risk of complications among persons who are most vulnerable.