Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — In light of an increase in respiratory disease rate, the New Mexico Department of Health is recommending flu vaccinations for everyone six months of age and older each year. The Department basing their advisory on a current uptick in the respiratory disease rate, including COVID-19, influenza, and RSV, across the state. The Department Secretary says that last season, three children and over 80 adults died in New Mexico due to COVID-19, flu, and RSV, and many more were hospitalized. Vaccinations are available through May. Those most at risk include, children younger than five years old, people aged 50 and older, and those of any age with chronic medical conditions like asthma, diabetes, lung or heart disease.
