The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against influenza (flu) is to get a flu vaccine every flu season. Flu is a contagious respiratory disease that can lead to serious illness, hospitalization, or even death. CDC recommends everyone six months and older get an annual flu vaccine. 

Reasons to get a flu vaccine

More information about the safety of flu vaccines is available at  https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/vaccine-benefits.htm