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Key vaccines to consider this year
Use our vaccine guide to learn the best times to get immunizations for flu, RSV, pneumonia and more.
Staying current on your immunizations, including flu shots and RSV vaccines, can help protect your health all year long. Our helpful guide below will tell you which vaccines to ask your doctor about.
Flu vaccine
Who needs it
Everyone, but especially if you’re 65 years or older or have a health condition. People over the age of 65 are more at risk of getting the flu and having complications.*
When to consider it
You should get your flu shot in the fall, before the flu season gets into full swing.
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Who needs it
Adults 60 years and older and some younger adults with certain health conditions can get an RSV vaccine.
When to consider it
Before RSV season begins, which is typically in the fall. Your provider may recommend getting the vaccine between September and January.
Tetanus-Diptheria-Pertussis (Tdap) vaccine, or Td booster
Who needs it
Everyone. It will protect you against tetanus (a nervous system disease caused by bacteria), diphtheria (a bacterial infection) and pertussis (whooping cough). All are caused by bacterial infections. Diphtheria and whooping cough are very contagious.
When to consider it
As soon as possible. If you’ve had a Tdap shot before, get a Td booster at least once a decade.
Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
Who needs it
Anyone who didn’t receive an MMR shot as a child. This will protect you against measles, mumps and rubella.
When to consider it
Need to travel soon? You might need a second dose. Check with your doctor to be sure.
Shingles
Who needs it
Adults 50 years or older need two doses of Shingrix. Had a different vaccine for shingles? Talk to your doctor — you may need another shot.
When to consider it
As soon as possible if you had chickenpox as a child. If you didn’t, get the chickenpox vaccine right away. It will be two doses.
Pneumococcal (Pneumonia)
Who needs it
Pneumonia is lung inflammation (swelling) caused by a bacterial or viral infection. Adults 65 years or older should get the immunization.
When to consider it
Most adults over 65 need one dose of two different vaccine types, a year apart.
Protect your health — get vaccinated
Covered vaccines include flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and pneumonia. You can get covered preventive vaccines at in-network locations like local retail pharmacies, clinics and your doctor's office.
Call us at the number on your member ID card to learn more.
Meningococcal meningitis (Meningitis)
Who needs it
Meningitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Adults who are older or immunocompromised may be at higher risk.*
When to consider it
As soon as possible, especially if you’ve been exposed to meningitis.
*FOR FLU: National Council on Aging. What Older Adults Need to Know During Flu Season. January 13, 2026. Accessed April 3, 2026.
*FOR MENINGITIS: World Health Organization. Meningitis. April 1, 2025. Accessed April 3, 2026.
*If you’re a Florida plan member, you can reach your care team at 1-844-498-1860 (TTY: 711), 7 days a week, 8 AM to 11 PM ET.
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