Influenza Vaccine for 2020-2021

Date: September 21, 2020 Issue #:  1607Summary:  Annual vaccination against influenza A and B viruses is recommended for everyone ≥6 months old without a contraindication. Vaccination of all eligible persons can reduce the prevalence of influenza illness and symptoms that might be confused with those of COVID-19. Available vaccines and recommendations for specific patient populations for the 2020-2021 season are listed in Ta bles 2 and 3. Lower rates of influenza illness have been observed this season in the Southern Hemisphere, probably because of masking, social distancing, school closures, and travel restrictions.
Source: The Medical Letter - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Source Type: research