Just over 2 million Michiganders are vaccinated for the flu.

Michigan health department says the influenza vaccine helps protect against a new variant called subclade K.

The state health department recommends all eligible people ages 6 months and older get an annual flu shot.

With the holiday season here, the Michigan health department is encouraging residents to get a flu shot, which public health officials say will help protect against a new variant of the virus.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said Dec. 2 that influenza activity is on the rise across the country, including in Michigan, and vaccination is an important tool for prevention of serious illness. It recommends all eligible persons ages 6 months and older get an annual flu shot .

"The flu vaccine may

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