The good news is that the seasonal flu vaccine can lower your risk of getting the flu by about half. Yes, getting your yearly flu shot is the best way to protect yourself from this potentially dangerous virus. “While vaccine effectiveness (VE) can vary,” the CDC writes, “recent studies show that flu vaccination reduces the risk of flu illness by between 40% and 60%.” But doctor’s office aside, where can you go to receive this inoculation? Here is a comprehensive list of all of the pharmacies and retailers that will be offering the flu vaccine this season.
CVS
With flexible hours, convenient scheduling, and more than 10,000 locations across the country, CVS is one of the many retailers offering the flu vaccine this season. Make your appointment today.
Walgreens
Looking to get your flu shot? Stop by your neighborhood Walgreens. Vaccines are available for those aged three and up, and age seven in select states. Schedule your shot here.
Rite Aid
Preventing the flu is easier than treating it, and customers at Rite Aid can get their flu shot now. Visit any of the chain’s 2,400 locations and/or schedule a vaccine appointment online.
Costco
Costco isn’t just for bulk buying at a great price: Schedule your shot now or simply walk into any of Costco’s 500-plus locations.
Walmart
Walmart customers can receive flu shots at the pharmacy, without an appointment. Walk into any of the mega-retailers mega-stores.
Kroger
Protect yourself from the flu by receiving your vaccine at Kroger. With storefronts in 38 states, particularly in the midwestern and southwest regions of the US, you can get milk, eggs, and immunity. Schedule your shot here.
Winn-Dixie
Southern supermarket chain Winn-Dixie isn’t just carrying (and administering) the flu vaccine this season, they are offering customers an incentive to get it. Customers who get a COVID-19 or flu vaccine plus any other vaccine can get up to $20 in grocery savings. Schedule your shot here.
Publix
Another supermarket chain, Publix, has the flu vaccine. Book your appointment today.
H-E-B
Get ready for flu season by getting immunized at H-E-B, a Texas-based grocery chain.
Hy-Vee
With more than 240 stores in eight states, Hy-Vee is helping to distribute the flu shot across the Midwest, particularly Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Schedule your shot today.
Albertsons
All Albertsons and Albertsons-owned companies, including Osco, Acme, Safeway, Pak n Save, and Save On, to name a few, have the flu vaccine in stock. Get your vaccine today and save 10 percent on your grocery bill. You can sign up here.
Food Lion
Part of Retail Business Services, Food Lion pharmacies across the country are carrying and administering the flu vaccine. You can also receive the inoculation at their sister companies: The Giant Company, Giant Food, Hannaford, and Stop & Shop. Sign up for your shot here.
Meijer
From health screenings to immunization help and support, Meijer pharmacies offer a wide range of services. Schedule your flu shot today at any of their 240 supercenters.
Wegmans
With more than 100 locations across Pennsylvania and the East Coast, Wegmans will help you stay healthy and safe. No appointment is necessary. Next up: How to Prepare for the 2021 Flu Season
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