What Community Members Should Know Now to Protect Against Flu … – Columbia University

Should I get a fluvaccineand a COVIDvaccineat the same time? What about RSV?

You can absolutely receive the COVID vaccine at the same time as the flu shot. If you are in a high-risk category (immunocompromised, pregnant, over 65, etc.), you can speak with your primary care provider (students' respective campus health service or employees' primary care doctor) to discussanyconcernsand receive guidance on the best approach for you.

Youve probably heard a lot of about RSV, which is Respiratory Syncytial Virus. RSV usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most people recover quickly, but RSV can be serious, especially for babies and older adults. This year, theCDChas recommended a new vaccine to protect those most at risk of getting very sick with RSV (infants, toddlers, and adults 60 years and older).RSV vaccination is available for those eligible at many pharmacies and primary care offices.

With respiratory viruses circulating across the country, youmaychoose to wear a mask to limit your risk of getting sick. Indoor spaces, particularly ones where many people are in close proximity for an extended period of time such as the subway are common places wheresomepeoplechoose tomask up.

Mask wearing must of course be accompanied by other preventative measures such as washing hands frequently and staying home when sick.

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