Get the Shot, Not the Flu
“The flu is a serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death, and the best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated,” says Dr. Esteban Lopez, Chief Medical Officer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.
Don’t put it off
Don’t skip the flu shot because you got it last year or because you don’t have time. It will take far less time out of your schedule to get the shot than you’ll spend recovering from the flu. Plan to get your flu shot soon so you’ll be protected before peak season hits.
No-cost shots
Flu shots are 100% covered under all BMC medical plan options. Getting a flu shot at your local in-network retail clinic or pharmacy is convenient and will cost less than going to your doctor. Confirm that the retail clinic or pharmacy is in-network before you go.
Get a Shot. Give a Shot®
Now through Aug. 31, 2018, for every vaccination administered at Walgreens pharmacies, Healthcare Clinics or Duane Reade pharmacies, Walgreens will donate the value of a lifesaving vaccine to families in developing countries.
If You Get the Flu
MDLIVE gives you 24/7 access to board-certified doctors and pediatricians, who can determine if you have a common cold, head cold, cold virus, the flu, or something else, and treat you. All visits are done via phone or secure video, from anywhere, using a phone, smartphone, or PC—so you can have your consultation right from your couch. And if the doctor says you need a prescription, such as an antiviral medication, it can quickly be sent electronically to your nearest pharmacy.