Over 60 Years Old? What to Know About Vaccine Options During Peak Season for RSV, COVID-19, and Flu
Older adults may be eligible for additional vaccines during the fall and winter months.
As you age, your immune system becomes less effective. When you get sick, symptoms may last longer and be more severe. You may also be more at risk of getting pneumonia, a possible and serious complication of flu, RSV, COVID-19, and other viral infections.
In this video, learn about which vaccines older adults should get during the “tripledemic,” according to Preeti Parikh, MD, Executive Medical Director at GoodRx.
- Preeti Parikh, MDPreeti Parikh, MD is the Executive Medical Director at GoodRx and served as the Chief Medical Officer of HealthiNation.
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