Atlanta-based doctor discusses combating flu and COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy

Morehouse School of Medicine’s Dr. Michelle Nichols discusses the importance of getting vaccinated amid the pandemic and flu season.

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Amid the pandemic, as flu season approaches, medical experts like Morehouse School of Medicine’s Dr. Michelle Nichols are concerned that the nation could experience a twindemic.

On Tuesday’s edition of  “Closer Look,” Nichols talked with program host Rose Scott about the importance of getting vaccinated, the safety of the flu and the COVID-19 vaccines.

“Based on the science and based on what the recommendations are, they are now saying that it is safe to take both the flu vaccine and the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time,” explained the veteran physician.

To listen to the full conversation, click the audio player above.