What happens if you skip your annual flu shot in your 60s?

Published September 21, 2025

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Parade quotes Thomas Russo in an article about the health risks of not receiving a flu shot in your 60s. “Biology is on a spectrum, and any given individual is at risk for developing severe disease,” Russo said. He recommends getting your flu shot close to Halloween, explaining, “That way, if you do the math, it will get you through the flu season with a reasonable degree of protection.”

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