- Leading U.S. medical groups are urging updated fall vaccines: get a flu shot (recommended for nearly everyone 6 months+; October is ideal) and COVID-19 shots especially for seniors, pregnant people, young children and anyone with chronic health conditions.
- New options this year include an mRNA flu vaccine for people 50+ and "enhanced" flu shots for those 65+—experts say pick the best available but don’t delay vaccination if a specific product isn’t on hand.
- RSV is also a concern: one-time RSV vaccination is recommended for many older adults and late-pregnancy dosing can protect newborns; shots are commonly available at pharmacies and are largely covered by Medicare/insurers.
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