Health & Family | winter 2006

Who Needs a Flu Shot This Year?

Most people think flu shots are only for old people or sick kids. Did you know that doctors are now giving flu shots to babies who are from 6 months to 2 years old? Giving your baby a flu shot helps keep your baby well. It makes it less likely that you and your other children will get sick from the flu.

We expect there to be enough flu vaccine this year for everyone who needs it. We have asked your doctor to help you get the flu shot if you are in a group that needs it.

The government says the following people should get the shot:

  • Everyone older than age 65
  • People 2 to 64 years old who have a long-term sickness
  • Women who are pregnant
  • All kids from 6 months to 2 years of age
  • People who take care of sick children and adults
  • People in regular contact with children older than 6 months of age
  • People in nursing homes
  • Children older than 6 months of age who have to take aspirin every day
If you can’t get the shots you need for your family at the doctor’s office, look for a public health clinic in your area. Ask to get the shot there. Call Molina Member Services if you need any help.

The editorial content of this online publication is taken from the print version of Health & Family published by Molina Healthcare.

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