The infamous flu season is upon us (though technically, influenza viruses can circulate year-round), which serves as a great reminder to ensure you’re up to date on vaccinations. One population that especially needs to be mindful of their vaccination status is older adults.

“When I treat older patients, I like to stress that a proactive vaccination schedule is critical for preventing serious illnesses,” says Dr. Chris Vercammen, a general internist and the medical director at Remo Health.

These are the six most important vaccines for people 60 or older to get in the next month or two, according to Vercammen and another doctor we talked to:

■ Flu vaccine: This is the “No. 1 most important vaccine” for everyone over 6 months or older, and “especially for people over 50,” according to Dr.

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