Your Fall Vaccine Game Plan: COVID, Flu, & RSV Protection | FDA In Your Day Ep. 12

As we enter the fall respiratory virus season, now is the time to review your game plan. Prevention is the best play. Masks and handwashing can help protect against the spread of respiratory viruses .
Vaccines provide the best protection against disease, including severe disease and hospitalization from flu, COVID-19, and RSV by stimulating the body’s immune system to build up defenses against the viruses that cause these diseases and make you sick.
The bottom line is flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines can help you lessen the risk of severe disease, so you can do more of what you enjoy.
You also want to be ready in case you get sick. Consider keeping tests for flu and COVID-19 in your medicine cabinet - we now have tests for flu and COVID available over the counter at your local pharmacy.
If you test positive for flu or COVID-19, contact your healthcare provider . We have FDA-approved treatments for flu and COVID-19 and starting treatment early can shorten the time you’re sick.
If you have questions about vaccines, testing, or treatment options make sure to contact a health care provider.
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