When will the flu shot be available in BC 2021?
The 2021/2022 influenza vaccine season will begin in mid-October, with an exact coordinated start date to be announced shortly. This year will be the first year that flu vaccines will be distributed directly to community pharmacy from a pharmacy’s primary wholesaler.
Where can I get a flu jab in Richmond Surrey?
You can get the vaccine from:
- Your GP.
- Some local pharmacies.
- If you are pregnant: From your midwife when you go for your 12-week or 20-week check.
- The School-Aged Immunisation Team (for children in reception class and school years 1 to 7)
What flu vaccines are available for 2021?
All flu vaccines for the 2021-2022 season will be quadrivalent (four component). Most will be thimerosal-free or thimerosal-reduced vaccine (87%) and about 18% of flu vaccines will be egg-free.
What is the difference between senior flu shot and regular?
In response to a regular flu shot, older people produce 50% to 75% fewer antibodies, which protect against the vaccine antigens, than do younger adults. Studies have found higher antibody levels in older adults who received high-dose flu vaccines than in those who received standard-dose flu vaccines.
How much is the flu shot?
With a CVS flu shot appointment, you get free or discounted vaccines.
| Pharmacy | Pharmacy vaccine price |
|---|---|
| Costco (no membership needed) | Quadrivalent: $19.99 |
| CVS | Quadrivalent: $40.99 Senior dose: $73.99 |
| Walmart | Quadrivalent: $34.99 |
| Walgreens | N/A |
What is the difference between the regular and senior flu shot?
Some older adults may have weaker immune systems, which can lead them to be less protected after a regular flu vaccine. In response to a regular flu shot, older people produce 50% to 75% fewer antibodies, which protect against the vaccine antigens, than do younger adults.
Does Medicare pay for senior flu shot?
Medicare covers one free flu shot each flu season at no cost to you. You can receive a flu shot from any doctor or pharmacy that accepts Medicare. People who are 65 or older are encouraged to get the flu vaccine because seniors are more susceptible to the virus than younger adults.
Are there any side effects from the senior flu shot?
High Dose and Adjuvanted Flu Vaccine Side Effects Side effects can include pain, redness or swelling at the injection site, headache, muscle ache and malaise, and typically resolve with 1 to 3 days.
Does the senior flu shot last longer?
The bottom line This vaccine contains a higher amount of the dead flu virus than the regular dose flu vaccine. This helps older adults’ immune systems react better to the vaccine, giving them better protection.