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Vaccine Information and Resources

Vaccines are an important part of healthy aging. Learn which vaccines older adults may need, including flu, COVID-19, shingles, and RSV vaccines, why staying up to date matters, and when to get recommended vaccines to help prevent serious illness.
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Vaccines Older Adults Need: What to Get, When to Get It, and Why It Matters

Oct 05, 2026
doctor gives a vaccine injection to senior woman at the hospital

Which Vaccines Are Covered by Medicare and Medicaid?

Oct 05, 2026

Can RSV Turn Into Pneumonia? What Older Adults Need to Know

Aug 25, 2026

Shingles vs. Mpox: Symptoms, Differences, and How to Tell Them Apart

Aug 10, 2026

Should Older Adults Still Get a COVID Vaccine?

Aug 10, 2026
Vaccines offer strong protection, and a second COVID-19 booster is now recommended for everyone older than 50 and those with compromised immune systems.

When Should I Get My Flu Shot? A Guide for Older Adults

Sep 24, 2026
A woman's arm has a bandaid on it, where she's holding a red heart with a needle illustrated inside of it next to her bandaid, indicating that she received a flu shot to protect her health.

Find a Vaccine Near You

COMMUNITY RESOURCE

Looking for a vaccine? CVEEP’s Vaccine Locator can help you find nearby pharmacies, health centers, and local health departments. Enter your ZIP code or city to explore vaccination locations where you can learn more and schedule an appointment.

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Your Guide to Supporting Immune Health During Cold and Flu Season

Oct 07, 2026
An older woman shops at a grocery store

I Have COVID. Now What? A Guide for Older Adults

Sep 25, 2026

I Have the Flu. Now What? What Older Adults Should Know

Sep 24, 2026

Flu Recovery After 65: Why It Can Take Longer—and How to Protect Yourself

Sep 24, 2026

Flu or COVID? Know What You’re Up Against

The symptoms can overlap, but flu and COVID-19 are different illnesses. Learn how they compare and what to consider if you start feeling sick.

An older woman is coughing and touching her chest from her flu, while sitting at home.

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