With the spread of COVID-19 continuing to rise, millions of Americans are getting their booster shot as a way to further protect themselves from illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now says Americans 16 and older should get a booster.

Being a nonprofit health plan means bringing wellness that is in reach for everyone. That was the topic of a recent Medical Industry Leadership Institute (MILI) webinar with Minnesota Council of Health Plans CEO Lucas Nesse, Medica CEO John Naylor and HealthPartners CEO Andrea Walsh.

The CDC has formally recommended the COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 5. In an effort to get shots in arms, health plans and health systems are updating their COVID-19 vaccine outreach with specific information for families about how to get their kids vaccinated in Minnesota.

Measles is highly contagious, can be serious — even fatal. With most schools in Minnesota back in session full time and in person, you’ll want to make sure your child is up to date with this important vaccination, as well as others.

Most adults and children as young as six months can get a flu vaccine. Recent studies show a well-matched vaccine can reduce the risk of flu illness by 40-60% in the overall population. Talk to your doctor about the flu vaccine and whether you and your kids are current on this vital immunization.

The CDC recommends the COVID vaccine for kids 12 years-plus and adults, as widespread immunization is essential in protecting against serious illness. Learn more about the COVID vaccine for kids 12 and up and why it’s important to make sure your children are up to date with immunizations.