Now that flu season is approaching and there are new COVID booster and RSV shots, it’s a good time to understand exactly which vaccinations Medicare covers.
Since immune systems weaken as we age, older people are more likely to get the flu, pneumonia, shingles and COVID-19 than younger ones, with potentially serious complications. Vaccinations are especially important for people with chronic health conditions like diabetes or heart disease, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
