How can I book a flu shot in Schenectady?

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

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

Outside routine work hours, most Schenectady 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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WellNow Urgent Care, Cobleskill

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721 E Main St, Cobleskill, NY 12043721 E Main St

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Cobleskill Regional Hospital

178 Grandview Dr, Cobleskill, NY 12043178 Grandview Dr

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2982 US-9, Valatie, NY 121842982 US-9

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Wilton Family Medicine

135 Wilton Gansevoort Rd, Gansevoort, NY 12831135 Wilton Gansevoort Rd

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Rapid Care

2827 US-9, Valatie, NY 121842827 US-9

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I’ve been going here for many years, and am always seen immediately. There is never much wait time. Staff is always friendly, professional, and thorough

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EmUrgentCare

12192 US-9W, West Coxsackie, NY 1219212192 US-9W

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Albany Med EmUrgentCare

11835 Rte 9W, Coxsackie, NY 1205111835 Rte 9W

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EmUrgent Care

11835 US-9W, West Coxsackie, NY 1219211835 US-9W

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2.25(8 reviews)

I walked into Coxsackie EmUrgent Care in horrible pain from a very bad UTI. I had been in pain for days trying to wait until I received my SS check to make the copay my insurance charges but had started showing blood in my urine and the pain had become intense. Glenmont EmUrgent Care had refused to see me because I didn't have my copay. Coxsackie took care of me and I am now on medication. I will return this morning to pay my copay from last night. I want to thank them as the pain had become unbearable.

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Cambridge Medical Care

35 Gilbert St, Cambridge, NY 1281635 Gilbert St

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WellNow Urgent Care, Cobleskill

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