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We understand.
Vaccination is not an easy decision.
But it's easier with reliable information.

We're the American Hospital Association (AHA), a national organization of hospitals, health systems and care providers. We help patients and people understand important health issues, addressing vaccine concerns and questions, including those about flu, COVID-19 abd RSV, together. Routine vaccination rates for children remain historically low, putting more people at risk for preventable diseases and illnesses. The AHA recently released a radio public service announcement encouraging people to get vaccinated for greater protection this fall and winter.

You have important concerns. Let's address them.

  • I'm not sure if I still need a COVID vaccine. COVID is still a threat and a new, stronger strain may appear. The easiest and safest way to protect yourself against COVID-19 is to get vaccinated and boosted. Health care facilities may require everyone you to wear a mask to provide an additional layer of protection against COVID and other viruses.

    Read more from the CDC on Guidance to protect yourself, your family and community.
    cdc.gov

  • I'm pregnant (or want to become pregnant soon). Is a COVID vaccine still important? The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that all pregnant women be vaccinated against COVID-19. Getting vaccinated may protect you from severe illness. Vaccination may also help protect your fetus.

    Read more from ACOG on why vaccines are important during pregnancy.
    acog.org

  • I'm not sure if the COVID vaccine was made with me in mind. The clinical trials for the COVID-19 vaccine included a more diverse group of subjects than previous trials for other drugs and vaccines. The population studied closely mirrored ethnic groups in the U.S. population. The trials also studied the vaccine's effect in people with certain chronic conditions, including diabetes and heart disease.

    Find out about racial diversity within COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials.
    kff.org

  • Should I get an RSV vaccine? The CDC recommends RSV vaccines for adults aged 60–74 years who are at increased risk of severe RSV, and for everyone aged 75 years and older. Adults ages 60-74 are at increased risk if they have certain medical conditions, such as chronic heart or lung disease, a weakened immune system, or live in a nursing home.

    Read more about the CDC's recommendations for RSV vaccines.
    cdc.org

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This content was funded in part by a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (grant number CK20-2003). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The contents of this resource do not necessarily represent the policy of CDC or HHS, and should not be considered an endorsement by the Federal Government.

Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with questions regarding a medical condition.