$0 flu and COVID vaccines still available
By now you’ve seen the commercials, vaccine clinics at retail stores, and cute memes about getting flu and COVID vaccines.
November is still prime time for your clients to get their $0 flu and COVID vaccines. Here’s everything they need to know.
| Flu Vaccine | COVID Vaccine | |
| Where to get a vaccine | ▪ In-network provider, such as a primary care provider ▪ Spira Care Centers – No-appointment flu shots for members enrolled in plans with exclusive access to Spira Care Centers ▪ In-network retail health clinics | Search vaccines.gov for a COVID vaccine provider |
| Who should get a vaccine? | Anyone six months and older | Anyone six months and older |
| Who is at greatest risk? | People who are: ▪ 65 and older ▪ Diagnosed with heart and/or lung disease | People who are: ▪ Immunocompromised ▪ 65 and older ▪ Living in a long-term care center ▪ Pregnant or trying to get pregnant ▪ Breastfeeding ▪ Have never received the COVID vaccine |
While we’re talking about vaccines
In October, the Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention updated its pneumonia vaccine guidelines. The CDC now recommends the pneumonia vaccine for children younger than 5 and adults 50 and older. Read the CDC’s pneumonia recommendations.
Share these ready-to-use resources with your clients
Flu Vaccine Article
COVID Vaccine Article
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