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Flu vaccination rates 'concerningly' low among US kids, health officials warn


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Published in Health and Fitness on Friday, December 13th 2024 at 13:03 GMT by FOX59 News   Print publication without navigation

  • Only around one-third of children have been vaccinated against the flu, according to the latest data from the CDC. Infectious disease experts express their concerns about the decline.

Flu vaccination rates among U.S. children are alarmingly low this year, with only about 55% of children receiving the flu vaccine by the end of November, according to health officials. This figure is significantly lower than the previous year's rate of 57.5% and falls short of the national target of 70%. The decline is attributed to several factors including vaccine hesitancy, which has been exacerbated by misinformation and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Health experts are particularly concerned because flu season typically peaks in February, and low vaccination rates could lead to a severe flu season. They emphasize the importance of flu shots for children, who are at higher risk for flu-related complications, and urge parents to get their children vaccinated to protect not only their health but also to reduce the burden on healthcare systems.

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