How can I book a flu shot in Sylmar?

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

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

Outside routine work hours, most Sylmar 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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AME Medical Group, Downey Paramount Urgent Care

AME Medical Group

11938 Paramount Blvd, Downey, CA 9024211938 Paramount Blvd

Open until 9:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 3:00 pm

4.59(4.8k reviews)

AME Medical Group, Downey Paramount Urgent Care - 11938 Paramount Blvd, Downey

I Could, Not Sleep For The past 3 days with a bad cough and fever and chest burning went in to urgent care doctor was excellent she took her time to talk to us my daughter took me. Doctor was very good and prescribed the right medication to make me feel much better, I would definitely see this doctor again liked her 💯.

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AME Medical Group, Whittier I Urgent Care

AME Medical Group

12472 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA 9060212472 Washington Blvd

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Apr 2911:00 am - 5:00 pm
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4.68(2k reviews)

AME Medical Group, Whittier I Urgent Care - 12472 Washington Blvd, Whittier

Staff sent my prescription to the wrong pharmacy

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HMN Clinics LLC

23929 McBean Pkwy, Valencia, CA 9135523929 McBean Pkwy

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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4.81(3.8k reviews)

HMN Clinics LLC - 23929 McBean Pkwy, Valencia

Everyone there was great. Short wait time and organized friendly staff. They are very Covid cautious—if you have a respiratory infection they will test you in your car before allowing you in. And simply put, Dr Rai is the best!!!!

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Elite Urgent Care, Encino

Elite Urgent Care

4847 Petit Ave, Los Angeles, CA 914364847 Petit Ave

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Advanced Urgent Care of Pasadena, Next to Petco and Starbucks!

Advanced Urgent Care of Pasadena

797 S Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena, CA 91105797 S Arroyo Pkwy

Open until 7:45 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 7:45 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 7:45 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 7:45 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 7:45 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 7:45 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 4:45 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 4:45 pm

4.55(640 reviews)

Advanced Urgent Care of Pasadena, Next to Petco and Starbucks! - 797 S Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena

Greta experience and staff was very welcoming and professional. Would recommend for anybody.

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AME Medical Group, West Covina Urgent Care

AME Medical Group

741 S Orange Ave, West Covina, CA 91790741 S Orange Ave

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4.7(420 reviews)

Friendly and kind staff, knowledgeable and willing to help and figure out solutions. Able to work with tact and knowledge with a patient of trans experience. Easy to talk to.

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