Flu Season Is Coming—Why Pediatricians Say to Prioritize the Flu Shot This Fall

Flu Season Is Coming—Why Pediatricians Say to Prioritize the Flu Shot This Fall

With flu season approaching, the AAP urges flu shots for kids 6 months and older. Learn why, what the benefits of vaccination are, and if there are any new treatments families should be aware of.

National pediatrics group says all kids 6 months and older should receive flu shot

The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging children ages 6 months and older receive this year's flu shot. The Illinois-based organization is making the recommendation before any federal agencies release their own guidelines for the upcoming flu season.Last year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention removed its long-time universal recommendation for the annual flu shot from its childhood vaccine schedule. Instead, the CDC only said ce…