Walgreens is offering sneezes at its pharmacies nationwide in preparation for the flu season, which is projected to coincide with the possible recurrence of COVID-19 cases, the company announced Monday.
Daily shots will be offered at 9,100 of their pharmacies, which will have additional safety measures in place to protect customers against COVID-19.
The pharmacies can provide immunizations for anyone over 3 years old, but age restrictions “differ based on state regulations.”
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Anyone over 6 months is encouraged to be vaccinated to protect themselves and their community, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
This year, with the flu season coinciding with the ongoing pandemic, officials say it is more critical than ever to get vaccinated.
“The convergence of COVID-19 and flu season means that flu vaccinations are critical to reducing the overall burden of respiratory diseases on the health care system and protecting communities,” said Walgreens Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kevin Ban.
In addition to social distance, hand washing and wearing face masks, Ban said flu shots “are one more thing we know everyone can do to keep themselves and their loved ones healthy.”
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In anticipation of the flu season, Walgreens said manufacturers are “making millions of extra doses of flu vaccine” to meet the expected demand for immunizations.
Flu shots are free for most patients with insurance.
In some states, patients with Medicare Part B and Medicaid can also receive free vaccinations.
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