There are many similarities between influenza (flu) and COVID-19. Both are contagious, vaccine-preventable diseases, and certain populations including older adults, Black and Hispanic persons, individuals with certain chronic health conditions, and pregnant women are at higher risk for complications from both diseases. Many of the steps that help stop the spread of COVID-19 can also help protect against flu, but the best way to help protect against flu and COVID-19 is to get vaccinated. COVID-19 and flu vaccines can be given at the same time for both adults and children age 5 years and older. Getting vaccinated can help prevent illness, hospitalization, and death, and prevent additional strain on an already overburdened US healthcare system.
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Additional Resources
COVID-19 Vaccination for Children
Responses to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about COVID-19 vaccines for children
NFID Surveys: US Black Adult Perspectives on Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines
By leveraging survey research, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) is working to develop targeted communications to help raise awareness of the importance of prevention and treatment, and to increase vaccination rates among US Black adults
2021 Chronic Health Conditions Surveys: Gaps between Healthcare Professionals and Adult Patients
The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) commissioned two national surveys (conducted online from October 28-November 8, 2021) to better understand knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward flu and pneumococcal disease vaccination as well as communication between healthcare professionals (HCPs) and adult patients with chronic health conditions.
