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Doctors Encourage Everyone Over the Age of 6-Months to Get a Flu Shot

It’s that time of year again and health experts are already warning everyone about a nasty flu season ahead.

An estimated 80–thousand Americans died from the flu last season, which is the greatest number in one year, in the last four decades majority physicians are recommending to their patients.

Many people try to avoid getting their shot because of myths. Dr. Maxwell said avoiding the shot puts you at greater risk of getting other illnesses. According to the CDC every person over the age of 6 months should get vaccinated.