Infectious Respiratory Disease Immunization Timeline: Babies and Young Children (Ages 2 Months-6 Years)

The best protection against many infectious respiratory illnesses is immunization. Immunizations can help provide protection, build our immune response, and can limit the severity, spread, and widespread threat of disease.

Last Updated 03/20/2025

Treatments | Cost and Coverage | COVID-19

Cost and Coverage of Antivirals

Antiviral treatments are available with a prescription at no or low-cost to many people.

Last Updated 03/18/2025

The Benefits of Immunization for High-Risk Populations

Older adults, young children and people with certain health conditions are at greater risk for severe respiratory disease. Vaccines provide important protection.

Last Updated 03/12/2025

Treatments | COVID-19 | Flu

The Underutilization of COVID-19 and Flu Antivirals

Last Updated 03/06/2025

Treatments | COVID-19 | Flu

Antiviral Treatments for COVID-19 & Flu: How They Work and Why They Matter

Last Updated 02/20/2025

Antiviral treatments are prescription medications that can help the body fight viral infections – easing symptoms, shortening the length of sickness, and lowering the risk of spreading the infection. They’re especially valuable for older adults and other high-risk groups, but data shows a persistent gap between the need for these treatments and actual prescription rates.

The Alliance for Aging Research partnered with CVEEP to host a discussion on antiviral treatments for flu and COVID-19 – who should take them, how they work, the need to start them quickly after an infection, and what people should do if they are sick.

Vaccines | COVID-19 | Flu | Infectious Respiratory Diseases

Posters: Stay Updated on COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines

Last Updated 12/10/2024

Vaccines | CDC Guidance | COVID-19 | Flu | Infectious Respiratory Diseases

Make Your Vaccine Plan: A Checklist for Staying Protected

Regular updates to COVID-19 and flu vaccines are essential for maintaining protection against these constantly evolving viruses. Staying up to date with recommended vaccines is the best way to reduce your risk of severe illness and help protect your family, friends, and community.

Last Updated 12/06/2024

Vaccines | CDC Guidance | COVID-19 | Flu | Infectious Respiratory Diseases

FAQ: Getting Your COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines This Respiratory Season

As demonstrated by the surge of cases over the summer, COVID-19 remains a year-round threat that could lead to a surge this winter. This respiratory season, getting vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu is your best option to help protect against severe illness.

Last Updated 12/06/2024

What to Know About Maternal Vaccination

Pregnant people and their babies are at increased risk for complications from infectious respiratory illness. Getting vaccinated can help protect pregnant people and/or their infants against severe illness caused by these germs.

Last Updated 11/25/2024

COVID-19 | CDC Guidance | Older Adult | Vaccines

What to Know About Recommendations and Coverage for Updated COVID-19 Vaccines: Older Adults (Ages 65+)

Age is the biggest risk factor for severe COVID-19. Individuals ages 65 years and older are highly recommended to stay up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines.

Last Updated 11/25/2024