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CDC Urges Flu Shots for All; RSV Vaccines for Seniors

9/24/2025

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CDC Flu Vaccination

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends flu vaccination for everyone six months and older, prioritizing older adults and young children.
Vaccination should occur in September–October. Seniors may receive Fluzone High-Dose or Fluad.
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccines are advised for adults 75+ and high-risk 50–74.
Medicare covers flu and RSV vaccines fully. Booster guidance rests with individuals.

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Illinois Vaccine Recommendations

Illinois health officials recommend flu and COVID-19 vaccines for six months and older, diverging from federal guidance.
Illinois Department of Public Health issued a standing order for COVID-19 vaccines.
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine recommendations include infants under 8 months without maternal vaccination and adults aged 50-74 at increased risk.
Illinois Immunization Advisory Committee, a 20-member panel, endorsed the recommendations.

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CDC Flu Vaccination

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends flu vaccination for everyone six months and older, prioritizing older adults and young children.
Vaccination should occur in September–October. Seniors may receive Fluzone High-Dose or Fluad.
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccines are advised for adults 75+ and high-risk 50–74.
Medicare covers flu and RSV vaccines fully. Booster guidance rests with individuals.

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