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Keep yourself and those close to you healthy! Join the millions of people who get their yearly flu shot.

Get Your Flu Shot

No one likes getting sick.

And the flu virus changes every year. So, getting a yearly shot helps protect yourself and those around you. Plus, it’s available at no cost to you. 

The flu shot is a good idea for just about everyone. But these people are at an even higher risk of health problems from the flu:

Pregnant Moms

Pregnancy can put you at higher risk for getting the flu and put your unborn baby at risk, too. But getting a flu shot can help protect you and your baby.

Children and Families

Young children have a higher risk of health problems from the flu. Newborns are also at a high risk but can’t get the flu shot until they are six months old.

People with a Chronic Condition or Caregivers

People with a weakened immune system are more likely to get very ill from the flu. Getting your yearly flu shot helps protect yourself and those around you.

Seniors or Those Who Care for Them

Our immune defenses weaken with age. And people age 65 and older are at a higher risk for health issues from the flu. If you’re a senior or live with seniors, a flu shot will help protect you all.

Find a Doctor or Pharmacy

Find a doctor or pharmacy* near you to get your flu shot.

Show you care about your friends and family members. Get your yearly flu shot today!

Why get your flu shot every year?

  • Flu viruses are always changing. Scientists predict which virus will be most common each year. Flu vaccines are changed each flu season to make them work as well as possible.
  • Your protection with the flu shot gets weaker over time. That’s why a yearly flu shot is needed to keep you from getting sick.

Can the flu shot give me the flu?

No. The flu vaccine is made from either inactive flu virus or none at all. That means getting a flu shot cannot give you the flu. But it can reduce your chances of catching the flu.

When and where should you get your flu shot?

  • You should get a flu shot before the flu starts spreading where you live. Fall is the best time to get your yearly shot. If possible, get the shot by the end of October.
  • You can get your flu shot in many doctor’s offices. You can also get it in pharmacies, clinics and health centers. Vaccines may also be offered at schools or your workplace.

Is the nasal flu vaccine a recommended alternative to the flu shot?

Yes. For the 2018-2019 flu season, CDC is recommending the nasal flu vaccine as an option (for certain people). Talk to your doctor or healthcare provider about whether this is an appropriate option for you. 

How do you know if someone has the flu?


  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Sore throat
  • Runny or stuffy nose
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headaches
  • Fatigue or tiredness
  • Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea. This is more common in children than adults.

Where should you go if you have flu symptoms?

Visit your doctor or urgent care or call the nurse advice line with any health questions. Unless you have a very high fever or trouble breathing, you should not need to go to the emergency room for the flu.

*Only members age 18 or older can receive the flu vaccine at a pharmacy.