Doctor not included: FDA approves first flu vaccine that can be taken at home

The FDA has approved the at-home use of a nasal spray flu vaccine, set to be available for the 2025 flu season. This is the first time flu vaccines can be administered outside healthcare settings. AstraZeneca's nasal spray, approved for ages 2 to 49, will be available online, costing $35 to $45 per dose. It is needle-free, addressing needle phobia in many Americans. The CDC recommends flu vaccination for everyone over six months, but current rates are low. An at-home option may boost these numbers. However, the flu mist is not suitable for pregnant or immunocompromised individuals.

When will the at-home nasal spray flu mist be available for use?

• 2023 flu season

• 2024 flu season

• 2026 flu season

• 2025 flu season

What is the age range for which AstraZeneca's nasal spray vaccine has been approved?

• 2 to 18 years

• 6 months and older

• 18 to 49 years

• 2 to 49 years

How much does one dose of the nasal spray flu vaccine cost without insurance?

• $70 to $80

• $50 to $60

• $35 to $45

• $20 to $30

What percentage of children were vaccinated in the 2022-23 flu season?

• 67%

• 77%

• 57%

• 47%

Who should avoid using the flu mist nasal spray due to its formulation?

• Pregnant or immunocompromised individuals

• People with needle phobia

• Children under 2 years

• Adults over 50 years