Health officials are urging people to get flu shots this year in an effort to prevent seasonal illnesses that are causing problems caused by coronavirus.
But when should you get vaccinated? The Centers for Disease Control has a recommendation.
‘Vaccination … August is too early, especially for older people, due to the chance of reduced protection against flu infection later in the flu season. September and October are good times to get vaccinated. However, as long as flu viruses circulate, vaccination should continue, even in January or later, “said CDC.
Manufacturers are expected to deliver 194-198 million doses of flu vaccine this year, more than the 175 million dose record set during the 2019-2029 flu season.
And while a flu vaccine will not protect you against COVID-19, there are other health benefits.
“Influenza vaccines have been shown to reduce the risk of influenza, hospitalization and death. Getting a flu vaccine this fall will be more important than ever, not only to reduce your risk of flu, but also to maintain potentially scarce health resources, “CDC said.
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Fax by spring?
A coronavirus vaccine is likely to be widely available next spring, according to Chief Warp Speed Operations Adviser.
Moncef Slaoui, who runs the White House’s accelerated vaccination program, said he expects the coronavirus vaccine to be offered between April and June of 2021. The immunizations will initially focus on high-risk individuals, such as those with underlying risks. health conditions and the elderly.
“I feel pretty confident we’ll be there,” Slaoui said of the fax.
Latest figures
Recent data shows 172,418 people in the US died of coronavirus with 5,505,074 documented cases. On Wednesday, the US reported 22,658 new cases and 597 new deaths.
2,000 Mississippi students in quarantine
Just under 2,000 K-12 students in Mississippi are in quarantine due to possible exposure to COVID-19.
Dr. Thomas Dobbs of the Mississippi Department of Health said 1,970 students and 328 school staff are in quarantine. The state is also considering two outbreaks at universities in the state – the University of Mississippi and Mississippi University for Women.
Mississippi reported 1,348 new COVID-19 cases and 31 new deaths today.
Appalachian State University shut down football practice
Appalachian State University has halted football practice after seven students and four lecturers at the University of North Carolina tested positive for COVID-19. The outbreak has been linked to the school’s football team, officials said.
The infected individuals are recovered in isolation as contact tracking continues.
