This change by AmerAcadPeds is good news for parents!
rather than opting for the nasal spray, when possible. However, this year, experts say they support both methods of vaccination equally.
"All children 6 months and older should receive the flu vaccine, in whatever form their pediatrician recommends," said Dr. Bonnie Maldonado, chair of the AAP Committee on Infectious Diseases."Every year, we are never sure if the vaccine strains are going to be perfectly matched up with incoming flu strains, but based on the information that we have now, we believe the nasal spray is an acceptable option.
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