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Vaccine Information and Resources

Immunizations are important at any age. Vaccinations in adulthood help maintain immunity from childhood vaccines that wear off over time, avoid seasonal illnesses like the flu, and prevent COVID-19, shingles, and RSV, among other emerging diseases.
Immunizations are important at any age. Vaccinations in adulthood help maintain immunity from childhood vaccines that wear off over time, avoid seasonal illnesses like the flu, and prevent COVID-19, shingles, and RSV, among other emerging diseases.

Is It Flu or COVID?

While flu and COVID-19 share many similarities, they are distinct illnesses with different causes, complications, and treatments.

This Health Clinic Meets Black Older Adults Where They Are

Co-located with a barbershop, this NCOA Vaccine Uptake Initiative grantee located in Madison, WI found a unique way to help local Black men improve their health. Read their story.

Co-located with a barbershop, this NCOA Vaccine Uptake Initiative grantee found a unique way to help local Black men improve their health.

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