How can I book a flu shot in Sharpsburg?

Same-day and next day appointments for flu shots are bookable directly through Solv. Simply search for a Sharpsburg-area doctor, find a provider, and book a time that aligns with your schedule stating “flu shot” as your reason for visit.

Where can I get a flu shot in Sharpsburg?

The flu vaccine should generally be available at Sharpsburg-area urgent care centers, retail clinics, primary care doctor offices, and local pharmacies. While many times you can simply walk in to get a flu shot, it is best to book an appointment online to reduce your wait time.

Where can I get a flu shot after hours in Sharpsburg?

Outside routine work hours, most Sharpsburg primary care doctor offices are closed, however, most of the area’s urgent care and retail clinics are open after hours and on weekends. Book an after hours appointment today.

Is a flu shot necessary?

Everyone 6 months or older should get vaccinated for the flu every year. Influenza, or the flu, is a serious virus and infection that hospitalizes and kills thousands of people annually. And it is constantly changing. The flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your family from contracting the virus.

Do I need to get a flu shot every year?

Flu vaccines are needed annually, primarily for two reasons. First, the flu virus is constantly evolving, meaning the virus you received a vaccine for last year is unique from the virus in the upcoming season. As such, the vaccine itself needs to be different. Second, the vaccine itself wears off and your immune system’s response to the flu virus decreases over time. Unless you receive the vaccine every year, you will lack necessary immunity.

When should I get a flu shot?

Each year is a little different, but flu season generally starts as early as September. Getting a flu shot early in the season - August to October - gives your buddy the best opportunity to build up immunity to the virus as it does take roughly two weeks for the vaccine to protect you against infection. Of course, if you are unable to get the flu shot early, getting a flu shot later still helps as the virus could last through May.

How effective is the flu shot?

Each year, the CDC and other organizations conduct studies to determine the effectiveness of the flu vaccine against that years flu virus. According to the CDC, recent studies show that flu vaccination reduces the risk of flu illness by between 40% and 60%. Of course, there are multiple types and strands of the flu virus including influenza B and influenza A(H1N1), as well as influenza A(H3N2). Generally speaking, flu shots tend to work better against influenza types A & B.

How long does a flu shot last?

The flu vaccine lasts for one flu season as the virus constantly evolves and each year the vaccine is produced to specifically protect against the strand(s) that are prevalent in the upcoming flu season.

How much does a flu shot cost?

Depending on where you get your flu vaccine, what type of vaccine you are getting, and whether or not you are insured, flu shot costs vary. Generally speaking, however, flu shots can cost between $0 and $50, sometimes more.

Is a flu shot covered by insurance?

Your health insurance must cover the flu vaccine, as well as other vaccines, without a copayment or coinsurance. However, check with your insurance company to see if the vaccine must be administered at a specified location.

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Swift Urgent Care, College Park

Swift Urgent Care

5185 Old National Hwy, College Park, GA 303495185 Old National Hwy

Open until 4:30 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
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Swift Urgent Care, College Park

Swift Urgent Care

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Caduceus USA - Marrow

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Walgreens

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Wellstar Urgent Care

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Piedmont Urgent Care by WellStreet

CVS Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

Piedmont Physicians at Camp Creek

Piedmont Physicians at Camp Creek

CVS Pharmacy, Inside Target

CVS Pharmacy

Concentra Urgent Care, Morrow

Concentra Urgent Care

Kaiser Permanente Southwood Comprehensive Medical Center

Kaiser Permanente Southwood Comprehensive Medical Center

Swift Urgent Care, Morrow

Swift Urgent Care

CVS Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

Walgreens

Walgreens

Walgreens

Walgreens

MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Mount Zion Pkwy, Stockbridge

MinuteClinic® at CVS®

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CVS Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

Cloud Healthcare & Wellness Services

Cloud Healthcare & Wellness Services

Family Medical Center

Family Medical Center

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