Why the flu shot is more important than ever

Don't let flu season sneak up on you. You need to remember to get your flu shot. [MUSIC PLAYING]

You should aim to get vaccinated by the end of October-- --when flu season begins. But if you missed that window-- It's better late than never.

Because flu season can last literally through May. So it's not too late to protect your health. And keep in mind that scientists create a--

--new flu vaccine annually-- --tailored towards the last year's strain. So it's important not to skip a year because--

Last year's shot-- --won't necessarily protect you this year. Tens of thousands of Americans die from the flu each year.

And many more are hospitalized. Getting the vaccine can lower your odds of getting sick by up to-- --80% each year you get vaccinated.

So this year-- --don't forget to get your flu shot. Don't forget to get your flu shot. Don't forget to get your flu shot.

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