Influenza Vaccinations During the COVID-19 Pandemic — 11 U.S. Jurisdictions, September–December 2020

What is already known about this topic? As the United States enters the 2021–22 influenza season, influenza-associated morbidity and mortality could further strain health care systems already overburdened by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. What is added by this report? During September–December 2020, overall influenza vaccine administration was 9.0% higher than the average during September–December in 2018 and 2019; however, the number of administered doses declined among children aged 6–23 months (13.9%) and 2–4 years (11.9%). What are the implications for public health practice? Continued strategic efforts are needed to ensure high influenza vaccination coverage among all eligible persons aged ≥6 months, especially children aged ≤4 years.