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where can i get the flu shot

You can usually get a flu shot at several convenient places, often with walk- ins and low or no cost with insurance.

Main places to get a flu shot

  • Local pharmacies : Chain pharmacies like CVS, Walgreens, Kroger, Safeway, and similar grocery-store pharmacies offer flu shots, often 7 days a week, sometimes with evening hours and walk-in availability.
  • Supermarket clinics: Many large grocery stores have in-store clinics or pharmacy counters that provide flu vaccinations during flu season.
  • Primary care clinics: Your regular doctor’s office or pediatrician usually offers seasonal flu shots, especially from early fall through winter.
  • Urgent care / walk-in clinics: Many walk-in and urgent care centers give flu vaccines without needing to be an established patient.
  • Workplace / school clinics: Some employers, schools, and universities host on-site flu shot days that are free or subsidized.
  • Community health centers and public health departments: Federally qualified health centers, county clinics, and community events sometimes offer free or low-cost flu shots, especially for people without insurance.
  • VA and veteran clinics: If you are a veteran, VA health facilities run seasonal flu shot programs, including special walk-in or drive‑through clinics.

How to find a location near you

  • Use a pharmacy “find a flu shot” locator on big chains’ websites or apps by entering your ZIP code.
  • Check your local health department or community health center website for flu vaccine events and clinic hours.
  • Call your doctor’s office and ask if they have the flu vaccine in stock and whether they take walk-ins or require an appointment.

Quick tips before you go

  • Bring your insurance card; many plans cover flu shots at no out‑of‑pocket cost, especially at retail pharmacies.
  • If you do not have insurance, ask about community clinics or pharmacy cash prices; some programs offer discounted or free shots.
  • Check age restrictions at pharmacies if the shot is for a child, since minimum ages vary by state and chain.

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