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Health Officials Urge Updated Flu and COVID Vaccines

10/18/2025

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Bay Area health officials urge residents to receive updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines for fall 2025 season.
Vaccines are available at pharmacies and healthcare providers for everyone aged six months and older.
Officials emphasize the vaccines' safety and effectiveness, particularly for older adults and pregnant individuals.
They also recommend vaccination to prevent severe illness and hospital visits, and advise practicing good hygiene and staying home when sick.

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Bay Area health officials urge residents to receive updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines for fall 2025 season.
Vaccines are available at pharmacies and healthcare providers for everyone aged six months and older.
Officials emphasize the vaccines' safety and effectiveness, particularly for older adults and pregnant individuals.
They also recommend vaccination to prevent severe illness and hospital visits, and advise practicing good hygiene and staying home when sick.