The dreaded flu season is underway. It starts in October and runs through May. I didn’t think it lasted into May until I got the flu in May a few years ago! After that awful week, (that I will never get back) I decided to start getting the flu shot. Then I had kids and again thought, why would I give them an extra shot every year. Then the swine flu hit and my pediatrician told me “it won’t always prevent the flu but it will cut back on complications.” Again I was reminded that the flu shot made sense.
The CDC recommends that everyone over the age of 6 months should get the shot. So I guess I’m in good company. And look at it this way, the more people to get the shot, the less chances you will get it.
If you are worried about cost, we found some ways to get the shot at a discount or even free. Always call ahead to make sure your favorite store is participating. And always check to see if your insurance will cover it at these stores.
CVS
CVS is giving away Free Flu Shots to the uninsured(up to $6 million)
CVS is giving away Free Flu Shots to the unemployed (up to $3 million)
CVS will accept your insurance. If it’s not covered by insurance you get a $5 Gift Card!
Rite Aid
Get your Flu Shot for 27.99 and get $100 in coupons and 25 Wellness Points
Walgreens
Walk in or schedule your Flu shot online. You can also print and sign the waiver to save time.
Safeway/Dominicks
Save 10% off your Groceries with Flu Shot! (with $75 purchase)
Tom Thumb
Get 10% off your Groceries with Flu Shot!
Kroger
Stop in without an appointment
Albertsons
Walk ins accepted
Costco (for members & non-members)
Flu shot is just $20
Keep in mind that if you have a young child, you still need to see your pediatrician for their shots. But sometimes your kids doctor will also give you your shot. There are certain circumstances some people should not get the shot. Check with your doctor if you are concerned.The dreaded flu season is underway. It starts in October and runs through May. I didn’t think it lasted into May until I got the flu in May a few years ago! After that awful week, (that I will never get back) I decided to start getting the flu shot. Then I had kids and again thought, why would I give them an extra shot every year. Then the swine flu hit and my pediatrician told me “it won’t always prevent the flu but it will cut back on complications.” Again I was reminded that the flu shot made sense.
The CDC recommends that everyone over the age of 6 months should get the shot. So I guess I’m in good company. And look at it this way, the more people to get the shot, the less chances you will get it.
If you are worried about cost, we found some ways to get the shot at a discount or even free. Always call ahead to make sure your favorite store is participating. And always check to see if your insurance will cover it at these stores.
CVS
CVS is giving away Free Flu Shots to the uninsured(up to $6 million)
CVS is giving away Free Flu Shots to the unemployed (up to $3 million)
CVS will accept your insurance. If it’s not covered by insurance you get a $5 Gift Card!
Rite Aid
Get your Flu Shot for 27.99 and get $100 in coupons and 25 Wellness Points
Walgreens
Walk in or schedule your Flu shot online. You can also print and sign the waiver to save time.
Safeway/Dominicks
Save 10% off your Groceries with Flu Shot! (with $75 purchase)
Tom Thumb
Get 10% off your Groceries with Flu Shot!
Kroger
Stop in without an appointment
Albertsons
Walk ins accepted
Costco (for members & non-members)
Flu shot is just $20
Keep in mind that if you have a young child, you still need to see your pediatrician for their shots. But sometimes your kids doctor will also give you your shot. There are certain circumstances some people should not get the shot. Check with your doctor if you are concerned.
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