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Flu during pregnancy is more likely to result in hospitalization & may be harmful for a developing baby. A flu vaccine while pregnant can protect you & your baby against flu and its potentially serious complications. Talk to your doctor. #FightFlu bit.ly/48OR9tv

There’s still time to get a flu vaccine and #FightFlu, especially if you have diabetes or other chronic conditions like asthma or heart disease. A flu vaccine can reduce your risk of getting sick or make your illness less severe if you do get sick. More: bit.ly/4q6zFQ4

A flu vaccine during pregnancy is the best way to reduce you and your baby’s risk of serious flu complications. Taking additional actions like avoiding people who are sick and washing your hands often, may also help. Learn everything you can do to #FightFlu bit.ly/3YS49tR

It’s flu season! Flu can be serious for children, but flu vaccination is the best way to protect your kids from flu and serious flu complications and #FightFlu. If your family hasn't gotten vaccinated against flu, talk to your doctor: bit.ly/4aK6sGi

There is still time to take action against flu. A flu vaccine is the best way to reduce your child’s risk from flu. Also take other preventive actions, like avoiding others who are sick to help keep your family healthy and #FightFlu. Get more tips here: tinyurl.com/bdzxxju4

CDC preferentially recommends a higher dose or adjuvanted #FluVax for adults ≥ 65 yrs, to reduce their risk of flu & potentially serious flu complications. Your age may put you at greater risk of serious flu complications. Talk to your dr. about #FluVax bit.ly/44UXbHK

CDC estimates seasonal #flu has caused at least 15 million illnesses, 6.8 million medical visits, 180,000 hospitalizations, and 7,400 deaths as of January 3, 2026. Full report here: tinyurl.com/25ceurrr

Wondering how #flu spreads? Flu spreads mainly by droplets from people with flu when they cough, sneeze, or talk. Learn more on how flu spreads here: tinyurl.com/yfamtjme

The latest #FluView shows seasonal flu activity remains elevated across most of the country. Nationally, the percent of specimens testing positive for influenza is at 24.7%. Read the full #FluView report: tinyurl.com/25ceurrr

There’s still time to protect yourself against flu. A flu vaccine is the best way to lower your risk of getting sick or developing serious complications if you do get flu. Learn about everything you can do to #FightFlu: bit.ly/4psixUP

#Flu season is here. Here's what to do if you get sick: tinyurl.com/3nvkxcaw

CDC estimates seasonal #flu has caused at least 11 million illnesses, 5.2 million medical visits, 120,000 hospitalizations, and 5,000 deaths as of December 27, 2025. Full report here: tinyurl.com/4ck259cu

This week’s #FluView shows seasonal flu activity is increasing. Nationally, the percent of specimens testing positive for influenza is at 32.9%. Read the full #FluView report: tinyurl.com/4ck259cu

If you manage health conditions like chronic lung or heart disease, flu can make your condition worse and may cause serious complications. If you haven't gotten a flu vaccine yet, there's still time to talk to your dr. and #FightFlu. Get more info here: bit.ly/44XcEHj

Don’t let #flu keep you from having a healthy #NewYear. You can take 3 actions to #FightFlu: 1. Take time to get a #FluVax 2. Take everyday preventive actions 3. Take antiviral drugs if prescribed. Talk to your doctor about #flu vaccination and treatment. tinyurl.com/mvt6sx2s

Make a #NewYearsResolution for a healthier 2026. An easy way to start is talking to your doctor about #flu vaccination. Get a yearly flu vaccine to reduce your risk of flu illness and serious #flu complications. tinyurl.com/mvt6sx2s

#Flu viruses mainly spread through droplets when people cough or talk. If you are sick, keep your distance, wash hands often, and stay home as much as possible to reduce spread to others. Learn more: tinyurl.com/45hhyf4x

If you're pregnant, a flu shot can reduce your risk of flu hospitalization by 40%. Plus, flu vaccination during pregnancy has been shown to protect your baby from flu after birth, when they are too young to get vaccinated. More on flu vaccines: bit.ly/4imv5e4

There’s still time to get a #flu vaccine if you haven’t already. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get a flu vaccine each year. You can talk to your doctor about #flu vaccination. tinyurl.com/3x4vtszw