A Look at DESE's Cited Sources: Footnote #49 - The Dual Epidemics of COVID-19 and Influenza: Vaccine Acceptance, Coverage, and Mandates

DESE Claim: "In addition, health providers strongly recommend all students and staff get their regular flu vaccine."

Cited Source: Gostin L. O., Salmon D. A. The Dual Epidemics of COVID-19 and Influenza: Vaccine Acceptance, Coverage, and Mandates. JAMA. Published online June 11, 2020. doi:10.1001/jama.2020.10802

Peer Reviewed?: Yes, JAMA is a peer reviewed journal

Study Methodology: N/A - viewpoints article rather than a study 

Notes: This paper examines what a COVID-19 outbreak during flu season could look like. "The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that every person 6 months and older get vaccinated for seasonal influenza, with rare exceptions for persons with medical contraindications."  

Supports DESE Claim?: Yes