How do I schedule a flu shot at Penn State?

How do I schedule a flu shot at Penn State?

Appointments must be scheduled in advance through myUHS; walk-in appointments are not available. The flu vaccination is covered by most health insurances, but resources are available for students who have concerns about the cost. Students can reach out to the UHS case manager at 814-863-0774 for more information.

Where is the safest place to get a flu shot?

If I am at high risk for serious illness from COVID-19 or flu, where is the safest place for me to get a flu vaccine? You can safely get a flu vaccine at multiple locations including your doctor’s office, health departments, and pharmacies.

Where can I get a flu shot in State College?

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• 315 Colonnade Blvd State College, PA 16803. # 16632.
• 1630 South Atherton St. State College, PA 16801.
• 201 West Beaver Ave. State College, PA 16801.
• 1101 N Atherton St State College, PA 16803. 814-234-4761 # 1916.
• 116 West College Ave State College, PA 16801. 814-238-6797 # 5459.

What is the Penn State Plague?

The “PSFlu” or “Penn State plague” are broad terms students use for any cold, infection, or illness they’re dealing with. He said the increased volume of patients was due to an increased interaction between students that usually happens this time of year.

Does a flu shot require a prescription?

A prescription from a physician is not required for a pharmacist to administer an immunization regardless of a recipient’s type of insurance. However, some pharmacies may have their own policies on prescriptions.

What is State College zip code?

16801
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State College/Zip codes

What flu vaccine does CVS use?

Types of flu shots This year CVS Pharmacy and MinuteClinic offer standard Quadrivalent (QIV) flu vaccine as well as senior dose vaccines for adults ages 65 and older.

What is the difference between the regular flu shot and the senior flu shot?

Some older adults may have weaker immune systems, which can lead them to be less protected after a regular flu vaccine. In response to a regular flu shot, older people produce 50% to 75% fewer antibodies, which protect against the vaccine antigens, than do younger adults.

What area code is 814?

The 814 area code generally serves the central portion of Pennsylvania. The 814 area code extends in a northerly direction toward the New York State border, in a westerly direction toward the Ohio state border, and in a southerly direction toward the Maryland state border.