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Old 08-16-2020, 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by bjd0105 View Post
I have never heard of the CDC saying this. Everyone has their own opinion on when to get their shot. The flu season starts earlier here due to the snowbirds bring the flu with them. Florida's flu season is typically starts in October in non snowbirds areas. Last year the first flu case in this area was recorded early August. I hope this helps
Quote from the CDC website:

"Getting vaccinated in July or August is too early, especially for older people, because of the likelihood of reduced protection against flu infection later in the flu season."