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Free Flu Shots Available!
Influenza - “the flu” - and COVID-19 are both highly contagious virus that spread easily, especially in the workplace. Anyone can become seriously ill from both viruses, even healthy people.
Now more than ever, everyone needs to do their part to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses like flu and COVID-19. Getting your flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against the flu and its complications.
The City and its unions offer free flu shots to municipal employees and their families. All employees, dependents, and pre-Medicare retirees eligible for New York City health benefits are covered to receive a flu vaccination at no-cost.
About the Flu Shot
Get the facts on the flu shot and find answers to frequently asked questions. Read More
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Influenza – the “flu” – is a serious disease that is the 3rd leading cause of death in NYC, along with pneumonia. Even healthy people can become very ill from the flu. The flu can also make existing health conditions like heart disease, asthma, and diabetes even worse. The flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and your family from getting the flu and spreading it to others. Everyone aged 6 months and older should get the flu vaccine every year. |
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| ➣ | FAQs: Get answers to common questions about the flu and the WorkWell NYC flu shot program here. |
| ➣ | Health Bulletin: Understand the risks and symptoms of the flu and how to protect yourself here. |
| ➣ | Is it Flu or COVID-19: Learn the similarities, risks and how to stay protected from flu and COVID-19 here. |
Get your Flu Shot at a Participating Pharmacy or In-Network Physician
Free flu shots are available at participating pharmacies and in-network physicians' offices across the City. Read More
| ➣ | All employees, dependents and pre-Medicare retirees covered by City health benefits can get flu shots free of cost or at a participating pharmacy. Find a pharmacy here. |
| ➣ | Check with your health insurance provider to identify pharmacies that participate in your plan. Bring your medical insurance card with you to the pharmacy. |
| ➣ | At an in-network physician’s office, your visit co-pay will be waived if the sole purpose of your visit is to get your flu shot. Visit your health plan website to find an in-network physician near you |