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Doctors urge everyone, including young and healthy, to get flu shot this fall

Doctors are now urging everyone, even young and healthy individuals, to get a flu shot this fall.

By · Published September 25, 2026  06:27 UTC · Updated September 25, 2026  07:24 UTC

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Why are doctors now urging everyone to get a flu shot?

Doctors are now urging everyone to get a flu shot because the flu can be severe and even life-threatening for anyone, regardless of age or health status.

What is the evidence behind this recommendation?

Flu shots have been shown to be effective in preventing the flu and reducing its severity.

Will people take heed of this new advice and get vaccinated in time?

The question remains, will people take heed of this new advice and get vaccinated in time to protect themselves and their loved ones?

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  • Primary Driver: Doctors are now urging everyone, even young and healthy individuals, to get a flu shot this fall.
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As people start to feel the effects of the flu, doctors are now urging everyone, even young and healthy individuals, to get a flu shot this fall. This shift in recommendation comes after years of emphasizing the importance of flu shots for high-risk groups, such as the elderly and those with compromised immune systems.

According to doctors, the flu can be severe and even life-threatening for anyone, regardless of age or health status. WKEF and elpasotimes.com report that health officials are now emphasizing the importance of getting vaccinated early in the season to build up immunity before the flu season peaks.

The evidence behind this recommendation is clear: flu shots have been shown to be effective in preventing the flu and reducing its severity. However, the question remains, will people take heed of this new advice and get vaccinated in time to protect themselves and their loved ones?

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