09/30/2025
To protect yourself from the flu during the 2025–2026 season, the CDC and health experts recommend a combination of vaccination, preventive habits, and early symptom management.
🛡️ 1. Get Vaccinated
- Annual flu vaccination is the most effective way to prevent flu and its complications.
- Everyone 6 months and older should get vaccinated, ideally by the end of October.
- High-dose flu vaccines are recommended for adults 65 and older to boost immune response.
- Children 6 months to 8 years who are getting vaccinated for the first time should receive two doses spaced four weeks apart.
🧼 2. Practice Everyday Preventive Actions
- Wash hands frequently with soap and water.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home if you're sick—CDC recommends staying home for at least 24 hours after fever subsides without medication. [Preventing...Flu) | CDC]
- Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow.
- Disinfect surfaces regularly, especially in shared spaces.
😷 3. Protect Vulnerable Groups
People at higher risk include:
-Young children
-Pregnant women
-Adults 65+
-Individuals with chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, heart disease)
If you care for someone in these groups, get vaccinated and follow strict hygiene practices.
💊 4. Support Your Immune System
- Consider supplements like vitamin C, zinc, and elderberry (not a substitute for vaccination).
- Get adequate sleep and stay hydrated.
- Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
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