11/03/2026
American Academy of Pediatrics
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A heartbreaking milestone: the first pediatric flu death of the 2026-2027 influenza season has been reported by the CDC.
As flu cases continue to rise and we enter the holiday season, vaccination remains one of the best ways to protect children and communities. The AAP recommends annual flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older. Read more about increasing flu cases in AAP News at the link in our bio.