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Vaccine Information and Resources

Immunizations are important at any age. Vaccinations in adulthood help maintain immunity from childhood vaccines that wear off over time, avoid seasonal illnesses like the flu, and prevent COVID-19, shingles, and RSV, among other emerging diseases.
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Vaccines Older Adults Need: What to Get, When to Get It, and Why It Matters

Jul 20, 2026
doctor gives a vaccine injection to senior woman at the hospital

Which Vaccines Are Covered by Medicare and Medicaid?

Aug 13, 2026

When RSV Turns into Pneumonia: Warning Signs to Watch for

Dec 16, 2025

Shingles vs. Mpox: Symptoms, Differences, and How to Tell Them Apart

Aug 10, 2026

Should Older Adults Still Get a COVID Vaccine?

Aug 10, 2026
Vaccines offer strong protection, and a second COVID-19 booster is now recommended for everyone older than 50 and those with compromised immune systems.

When Should I Get My Flu Shot? A Guide for Older Adults

Aug 14, 2026
A woman's arm has a bandaid on it, where she's holding a red heart with a needle illustrated inside of it next to her bandaid, indicating that she received a flu shot to protect her health.

Is It Flu or COVID?

While flu and COVID-19 share many similarities, they are distinct illnesses with different causes, complications, and treatments.

An older woman is coughing and touching her chest from her flu, while sitting at home.

Flu Recovery After 65: Why It Can Take Longer—and How to Protect Yourself

Aug 14, 2026
A senior man wearing black glasses is sitting on his couch wrapped in a blanket and blowing his nose.

What Older Adults Need to Know During Flu Season

Aug 14, 2026

Is RSV Contagious in Adults? What to Know About Transmission and Protection

Aug 12, 2026

What Are the Signs and Symptoms of RSV in Adults?

Aug 11, 2026

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