Don't Forget Your Flu Shot!
Posted by on Monday, December 01, 2014
As you age, your immune system weakens. Seniors 65 years and older are at greater risk of serious complications from the flu compared with young, healthy adults. The best way to prevent the flu is with a flu vaccine. We recommend getting a seasonal flu vaccine soon after it becomes available in your community. Seniors 65 years and older have two flu shots available to choose from - a regular dose flu vaccine and a newer flu vaccine designed for people 65 and older with a higher dose. The high dose vaccine is associated with a stronger immune response to vaccination (higher antibody production). Always consult with your doctor before choosing a flu vaccine.