This common vaccine may help

This common vaccine may help reduce risk of severe COVID-19

Research has shown that the flu vaccine may also provide some protection against severe COVID-19, especially for older adults and those with underlying health conditions.

A study published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine found that people who received the flu vaccine had a lower risk of severe COVID-19 compared to those who didn't get vaccinated.

The study's lead author, Dr. Manoj Jain, said: "We were surprised to find that the flu vaccine was associated with a 31 percent lower risk of severe COVID-19 among older adults."

Another study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that the flu vaccine was also effective in preventing severe COVID-19 in people with underlying health conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes.

Experts say that the flu vaccine may help reduce the risk of severe COVID-19 by:

Dr. Jain added: "While the flu vaccine may not provide complete protection against COVID-19, it's still an important tool in our fight against the pandemic."

"We were surprised to find that the flu vaccine was associated with a 31 percent lower risk of severe COVID-19 among older adults." - Dr. Manoj Jain

Experts recommend getting the flu vaccine every year to help reduce the risk of severe COVID-19 and other flu-related complications.

Get vaccinated and protect yourself and your loved ones from the flu and COVID-19!

Author's Summary:

The flu vaccine may help reduce the risk of severe COVID-19, especially for older adults and those with underlying health conditions. While it's not a guarantee against COVID-19, it's still an important tool in our fight against the pandemic.

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Knowridge Science Report Knowridge Science Report — 2025-11-25

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