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Why get your flu shot this year?
Reduce the risk of getting the flu. Let’s get real. No flu vaccine can 100% prevent you from getting the flu. It does lessen the chances of you getting sick. Decreasing the chances of getting the flu is definitely worth the effort of getting a flu shot.
Influenza is more than a common cold; it’s a serious illness with high fever, severe muscle aches, fatigue, runny nose, cough, and sore throat. Influenza can also lead to an increased risk of pneumonia and other severe complications.
What is the Influenze Shot?
The influenza vaccine stands apart from Covid mRNA vaccines, such as those proven to be safe. It’s a traditional inactivated quadrivalent vaccine, protecting against four specific influenza strains and containing no live virus.
It’s essential to note that you cannot contract the flu from the flu shot. Decades of research and safety data support the effectiveness and safety of the influenza vaccine.
Why should I get vaccinated?
Last year, 2,000+ Albertans, including 529 children under 10, were hospitalized due to the flu, with 121 tragic fatalities.
Vaccination shields you and those who can’t get vaccinated (e.g., babies under 6 months and immunosuppressed).
“Long Covid” isn’t limited to Covid; all viral illnesses, including flu, can cause months of fatigue, brain fog, and chronic headaches.
Take action today to protect yourself and others from the flu. Book your flu shot appointment now, whether you prefer to walk in, call us, or book online.
FAQs
How Do I Book A Flu Shot?
You can book online here.
Which Mint Health + Drugs locations administer flu shots?
All Mint Health + Drugs locations can administer flu shots. Contact your local Mint for more details.
Where can I find more information on vaccines?
You can check out these resources for more information.
Alberta Health Services
Canada Heath Services
My Health Alberta
How do I contact Mint Health + Drugs if I have questions?
You can check out our contact information here.
Is it safe to get a flu shot if I’ve been vaccinated for COVID?
Yes but if you are at all concerned with any aspect of any vaccination, please consult your pharmacist or doctor.
If I’ve been vaccinated for COVID, do I still need the flu shot?
While effective, the COVID vaccination will not protect you from this Flu Season’s flu variants.
Will the flu shot protect me from COVID?
If you are not already vaccinated against COVID, you will need a separate vaccination.
