How can I book a flu shot in Novato?

Same-day and next day appointments for flu shots are bookable directly through Solv. Simply search for a Novato-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 Novato?

The flu vaccine should generally be available at Novato-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 Novato?

Outside routine work hours, most Novato 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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Dignity Health- GoHealth Urgent Care, West Portal

Dignity Health- GoHealth Urgent Care

199 W Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127199 W Portal Ave

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

4.8(6.1k reviews)

Dignity Health- GoHealth Urgent Care, West Portal - 199 W Portal Ave, San Francisco

clean and nicely decorated. the staff is super friendly and helpful. i honestly wouldn’t go anywhere else

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Martinez

Carbon Health Urgent Care

1125 Arnold Dr, Martinez, CA 945531125 Arnold Dr

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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SatClosed
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4.36(22 reviews)

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Martinez - 1125 Arnold Dr

Close to home. Spotless facility Knowledgeable and kind staff

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Dignity Health- GoHealth Urgent Care, Glen Park

Dignity Health- GoHealth Urgent Care

2895 Diamond St, San Francisco, CA 941312895 Diamond St

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

4.9(5.6k reviews)

Dignity Health- GoHealth Urgent Care, Glen Park - 2895 Diamond St, San Francisco

Melanie went out of her way to accommodate my husband and me when we came in to get Covid tests. Due to our unforeseen scheduling error, we didn't have an appointment at that time, but she said we could wait in case she could fit us in between patients, even though they were fully booked. She was able to complete our tests quickly and courteously. We were extremely pleased with the care we received. Thanks, Melanie!

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Oakland

Carbon Health Urgent Care

411 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610411 Grand Ave

Open until 6:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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4.38(55 reviews)

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Oakland - 411 Grand Ave

Nurse Wing was phenomenal. Knowledgeable, considerate and compassionate. Support staff excellent as well.

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Alameda Landing

Carbon Health Urgent Care

2690 5th St, Alameda, CA 945012690 5th St

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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4.42(48 reviews)

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Alameda Landing - 2690 5th St

Excellent experience. The provider was thorough and explained everything very well. All of the staff I interacted with were professional and pleasant.

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, SF Stonestown

Carbon Health Urgent Care

3251 20th Ave, San Francisco, CA 941323251 20th Ave

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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4.69(54 reviews)

Carbon Health Urgent Care, SF Stonestown - 3251 20th Ave

It was great. Friendly, and knowledgeable provider.

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CityHealth, Montclair Village Oakland, CA

CityHealth

1970 Mountain Blvd, Oakland, CA 946111970 Mountain Blvd

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

4.32(25 reviews)

CityHealth, Montclair Village Oakland, CA - 1970 Mountain Blvd

I went in for a Covid test my original appointment was at 6:30 they were able to take me early at 2:15 Staff was very friendly and polite

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Alameda, Bridgeside Center

Carbon Health Urgent Care

2671 Blanding Ave, Alameda, CA 945012671 Blanding Ave

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Wed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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4.62(45 reviews)

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Alameda, Bridgeside Center - 2671 Blanding Ave

Wait time was good, got in at 1:40pm for my 1:30pm appointment. Staff was friendly and explained things to me. I did kind of get the impression that they were tired of me because I was trying to ask clarifying questions to make sure that later on I will not be thinking about the questions I was afraid to ask :P. It’s very easy for me to just accept what I’m told, and not ask anything, but I’m trying to learn to advocate for myself because it seems like that’s what is needed in healthcare. But I could tell they were definitely getting tired of me asking my dumb questions and just repeating answers they already gave because I was obviously didn’t hear it the first time. I probably need to work on my communication skills because I don’t feel like either of us felt like we were getting through to the other person. It felt like we both felt like we knew what the other person was saying and that they just weren’t willing to hear it.