Focus On: Influenza

Page reviewed and updated: November 2025

Influenza is a serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Every flu season is different, and infection can affect people differently. The single best way to prevent against the flu is yearly vaccinations. It is recommended that everyone six months or older gets a flu vaccine every season. Universal vaccination will expand protection to more people, but it is particularly important for those at high risk of serious complications. This includes anyone with a chronic illness, children younger than five years, adults 65 years or older, pregnant women and nursing home residents.

To learn more about influenza, and to keep yourself and those around you healthy this season, please explore the content below.

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Free Recognizing and Managing Adult Viral Infections 
Lippincott® NursingCenter®, November 2025

Free Recognizing and Managing Influenza
Lippincott® NursingCenter®, November 2025

   

Influenza Articles, CE, and Blog Posts

Pivoting from Influenza to COVID-19 Vaccinations: How a Minnesota Vaccination Program Reduced Barriers for Refugee, Immigrant, and Migrant Communities Accessing Vaccines During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Journal of Public Health Management & Practice, September/October 2024

Another Shot?! Vaccine Recommendations for 2023
Lippincott® NursingCenter®, September 2023