KSHB: Will increased demand cause a flu shot shortage? Experts say unlikely

Medical professionals say it's more important than ever to get the flu shot year to avoid a "twindemic" with influenza and COVID-19.

Demand for the flu shot is up 15% this year, according to a recent Reuters poll.

KSHB talked to Greg Teale, Chief Pharmacy Officer at Saint Luke's Health System, to see if there will be enough supply to go around.

Watch the full story below.

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