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Health Experts Urge Early Flu Shots Ahead of Season

9/16/2025

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Doctors at UNM and CDC urge flu vaccinations for everyone six months and older before October, as flu season begins in December.
Early vaccination is essential for building immunity.
Flu symptoms can resemble COVID-19, necessitating careful monitoring, especially for severe cases.
Over 60% of consumers plan to get vaccinated this season, according to a CVS Health survey.
Flu shots are available at CVS and MinuteClinic, with online scheduling and a $10 coupon incentive for receiving any CDC-recommended vaccine.

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Doctors at UNM and CDC urge flu vaccinations for everyone six months and older before October, as flu season begins in December.
Early vaccination is essential for building immunity.
Flu symptoms can resemble COVID-19, necessitating careful monitoring, especially for severe cases.
Over 60% of consumers plan to get vaccinated this season, according to a CVS Health survey.
Flu shots are available at CVS and MinuteClinic, with online scheduling and a $10 coupon incentive for receiving any CDC-recommended vaccine.