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Influenza Is Serious—Get the Flu Shot

An annual flu shot is a safe and effective way to help protect you and your family from influenza. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends an annual flu shot for over 250 million people in the United States. That’s 4 out of every 5 people.1-3

Influenza is not the common cold. It’s serious:

  • On average, more than 226,000 Americans are hospitalized annually1
  • On average, about 36,000 die from influenza-related complications each year1
  • Between 15 and 60 million Americans suffer from influenza in an average year3,13
  • Over the past 3 influenza seasons, an average of approximately 60 children have died each year from the disease.6-8
  • Approximately 20,000 children younger than 5 years of age are hospitalized each year because of the flu and its complications1
  • Complications from influenza most often occur among people over 65 years of age1

You can find out more about flu vaccines and watch Kristi Yamaguchi in our latest Faces of Influenza videos to learn more about the importance of getting an annual flu vaccine.

Find a Flu Clinic Near You

Protect yourself and your loved ones against influenza this flu season. The American Lung Association’s Flu Clinic Locator can help you find a vaccination clinic in your area. To find a flu clinic near you, click here: http://www.flucliniclocator.org/. You can also talk to your doctor about whether vaccination is recommended for you and your family.

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The mission of the American Lung Association is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.