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FDA Approves Updated Flu and COVID-19 Shots This Fall

9/3/2026

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U.S. medical groups urge people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines this fall.
The FDA approved the updated flu and COVID-19 shots last week.
Moderna’s mFlusiva, an mRNA flu shot for ages 50-64, received FDA approval.
Adults 65+ should receive a fall COVID-19 dose and a second dose six months later.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends COVID-19 shots for all children 6 months to 23 months and high-risk older kids.

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U.S. medical groups urge people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines this fall.
The FDA approved the updated flu and COVID-19 shots last week.
Moderna’s mFlusiva, an mRNA flu shot for ages 50-64, received FDA approval.
Adults 65+ should receive a fall COVID-19 dose and a second dose six months later.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends COVID-19 shots for all children 6 months to 23 months and high-risk older kids.