Even though it is “futile” to predict the severity of the upcoming flu season, health experts say people should get their shot early to lower their chances of catching the disease.

Typically the flu season begins in October and continues through May. However, experts say residents should not wait to get their flu shot, as it will protect them for the entire season. They note that the flu is always circulating and activity is already picking up in Texas.

While it is recommended that everybody over 6 months old get the flu shot, experts said it is especially important for pregnant women, people over the age of 65, very young children and people with underlying chronic health conditions because of increased risk of complications from the flu.

More at source: Valley Morning Star

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