LANSING, MI – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is recommending residents get flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines to protect themselves and their communities against respiratory viruses during this upcoming fall and winter season.
The updated vaccines are expected to provide protection against severe COVID-19 disease from currently circulating variants. The COVID-19 vaccine can be given with other vaccines, including flu and RSV vaccines.
According to the MDHHS, getting vaccinated against these viruses helps contain the spread of respiratory viruses in communities and reduces severe illness and hospitalizations.
To find a vaccine location near you, visit Vaccine Finder.
To learn more about seasonal respiratory illnesses and how to protect yourself, visit the State of Michigan’s site here.