Moderna is seeking Food and Drug Administration approval of its new shot, dubbed mFlusiva, as an option for people 50 and older.
Flu activity remains elevated while RSV cases continue to rise and COVID-19 activity remains low, in the latest weekly update.
Northern Nevada Public Health says flu activity remains high.
Northern Nevada Public Health says flu and RSV cases have been increasing in recent weeks.
Flu cases are on the rise in northern Nevada, with 10% of all visits to urgent care or emergency rooms due to the illness.
The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child.
Nationally, the CDC estimates at least 4.6 million cases, 49,000 hospitalizations, and 1,900 deaths from flu so far this season.
An early analysis suggests current vaccines may still be somewhat effective against the new version of the flu.
Free flu shots, giveaways, and special guests await families at this weekend’s NNPH clinic.
El Dorado County is offering free flu shots at community clinics next month for people of all ages