Flu vaccine nasal spray doesn't work on children

The nasal spray version of the annual flu vaccine failed to protect children last year for the third year in a row and should not be used this coming flu season, federal experts say.

The decision represents a change from previous recommendations and could affect pediatricians and other vaccine providers for children who may have already placed orders for the coming season.

The needle-free nasal spray accounts for about one-third of all flu vaccines given to children, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.

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