Why many Indians skip yearly flu vaccines despite their benefits
- India usually experiences two flu seasons each year, from January to March and again after the monsoon begins.
- Flu vaccines are updated annually to match changing virus strains and can reduce severe illness and complications.
- A 2017-18 survey found only 1.5% of adults aged 45 or above had ever taken one, while a shot costs around ₹2,000.
- The World Health Organization prioritises yearly flu shots for pregnant women, young children, older people and those with chronic illnesses.
Source: thenewsminute.com
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