Social Media: Older Adults

What to know

Use this social media carousel and sample messages tailored for older adults to encourage them to take preventive actions to protect themselves from severe illness from respiratory viruses such as flu, COVID-19, and RSV.

Format: PNG
Dimensions: 1080 x 1080 pixels
Language: English (US)
Size: 509 KB
Last updated: August 18, 2025
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Graphic that says your risk of getting very sick from respiratory viruses increases as you get older

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Facebook

Graphic that says your risk of getting very sick from respiratory viruses increases as you get older
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First of four images optimized for a Facebook carousel about respiratory illness in older adults
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Graphic that says taking steps to prepare and protect yourself and your loved ones from respiratory viruses can help reduce your risk.
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Second of four images optimized for a Facebook carousel about respiratory illness in older adults
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Social media graphic that says taking actions can help you stay protected.
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Third of four images optimized for a Facebook carousel about respiratory illness in older adults
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Graphic that says talk to your healthcare provider about how to protect yourself against respiratory viruses.
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Last of four images optimized for a Facebook carousel about respiratory illness in older adults
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Instagram

Instagram graphic saying respiratory illness risk increase when 65 years or older
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First of four images optimized for an Instagram carousel about respiratory illness in older adults
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Graphics that says taking steps to protect yourself and loved ones from respiratory viruses can help reduce your risk.
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Second of four images optimized for an Instagram carousel about respiratory illness in older adults
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Social media graphic that says actions can help you stay protected against respiratory illnesses.
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Third of four images optimized for an Instagram carousel about respiratory illness in older adults
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Graphic that says talk to your healthcare provider about protecting against respiratory illnesses
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Last of four images optimized for an Instagram carousel about respiratory illness in older adults
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Sample messages

Message 1

If you're 65 years or older, it's important to be aware of your risk for respiratory illnesses. The good news is there are steps you can take to help reduce your risk. Talk to your healthcare provider about staying up to date on recommended vaccines. Find information on other ways to protect yourself from respiratory viruses at

Message 2

One of the reasons getting older can be hard is that our immune systems weaken over time. If you're 65 or older, that can increase your risk of getting very sick from respiratory illnesses. Talk to your doctor about ways to protect yourself this season.

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Content Source:
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD)