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Flu shots and vaccinations: a MUST for seniors

With Flu Season underway, at the top of Seniors "Must Do" list--Flu Shots; Shingles Shots; Pneumonia Shots and Tetanus Boosters.

ATLANTA -- Flu season is upon us. For seniors, on the "MUST DO" list: flu shots.

Believe it or not, one in 3 seniors don't get them.

Add a Shingles shot to the "Must Do" list. The CDC reports a shocking 3 out of 4 seniors don't get those either. The shot helps protect against an illness that can cause a long lasting stinging pain.

And two more "Must Get" shots:

One for Pneumonia -- 4 out of 10 seniors don't get them.

And a Tetanus booster -- half of all seniors pass those up as well.

Get your vaccinations. You MUST protect yourself and guard your health.

Check with your doctor before you schedule your vaccinations.

For more information:

-- Vaccines.gov: Senior schedule (includes an immunization finder and schedule)

-- NCOA: 4 important vaccines for seniors covered by Medicare

- AARP: The vaccines you need at 550+

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