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Thank You For Your Support

To watch a special video message from Families Fighting Flu President and Co-Founder, Richard Kanowitz, and Executive Director, Laura Scott, highlighting the history of our organization and various activities we do during flu season to advance our mission to protect all children against influenza and save lives, please click here.

Choose You Over the Flu™

Families Fighting Flu has released Choose You Over the Flu™, a new national Public Service Announcement (PSA), reminding families about the seriousness of the flu, and the importance of taking preventative measures this and every flu season. Luke Duvall, a healthy teenager and high school football player, nearly lost his life to the flu in 2009. He is sharing his story so that others can learn why flu prevention is critical. To watch the new PSA, click here.

Breastfeeding and the Flu – Know the Facts!

Children are at high risk for the flu and flu-related complications. However, the flu vaccine is not approved for use in children less than 6 months of age. Here is some information from Families Fighting Flu and Medela on how you can best protect your little ones from the flu. Click here.

Do You Know Someone Who has Been Affected by Flu?

If your child or another family member has been affected by influenza and you would like to speak with one of our members and/or get involved in our organization, please connect with us. We are here for you and welcome your help.

Never Been Vaccinated Against the Flu?

Here are five things you should know about the flu vaccine. Click here.