Flu Season Is Here: What To Know About Flu Shots
Clover Health is here to provide you with flu shot facts, recommendations, pricing, and more.
Flu season is here. Getting your flu shot is one of the easiest and best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones. The flu is not just a bad cold; it can be serious and send people to the hospital. The good news? You can help prevent it with a simple shot.
Tip: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you should try to get your flu shot by the end of October. It takes about two weeks for your body to build full protection*.
Fast and Simple Protection
Getting your flu shot is quick, easy, and at no additional cost to you. If you’re a Clover Health member, simply present your Member ID Card to your participating pharmacy. You can also get the flu shot with a $0 copay through your doctor. Plus, you'll earn a $10 reward dollars† just for getting your flu shot.
Why the Flu Shot Matters
When you get the flu shot, you’re protecting yourself and everyone around you.
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Advantage |
How it Helps You | How it Helps Family & Friends |
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Get Sick Less Often |
You’re less likely to catch the flu**. |
You won't miss important things like holiday dinners, weekly card games, or that trip you've been saving for. |
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Have Milder Symptoms |
If you do get sick, symptoms are milder and shorter. |
Fewer doctor visits and less worry for the family. |
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Protect Vulnerable People |
You strengthen your immune defense. | You protect babies, seniors, and those with health problems. |
Think of it like a seatbelt—it may not stop every accident, but it can keep a small problem from becoming something serious.
3 Flu Shot Facts
- Getting your flu shot sooner is better
- The flu shot helps prevent the flu and severe flu illness
- The flu shot cannot give you the flu
Take a few minutes today to protect yourself and those you care about—it’s an easy, healthy choice that pays off.
If you have questions about the flu shot, or if you are a Clover Health member and need help finding a pharmacy location near you, please call Member Services at 1-888-778-1478 (TTY 711) 8 am–8 pm local time 7 days a week.‡
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* CDC
†LiveHealthy rewards may not be used to purchase alcohol, tobacco products, or firearms. Not redeemable for cash. Other limitations may apply; please call Clover for details.
** CDC Influenza Vaccine Recommendation
‡ From April 1 through September 30, alternate technologies (for example, voicemail) will be used on the weekends and holidays.
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