Flu resources

Get your flu shot. It’s your best defense against the flu.

Don’t let the flu keep you from doing the activities you and your family love most. And with COVID-19 still a risk in the community, it is possible to get both viruses at the same time. Protect yourself and those you love by getting your flu shot.

Flu facts:

• Everyone over 6 months of age should get a flu vaccine each year.
• Those most at risk of getting very sick, being hospitalized or dying from the flu are:
  • Adults over age 65
  • Babies under 12 months of age
  • Pregnant women
  • Those that are immunocompromised (have underlying health conditions like diabetes, asthma, cancer or autoimmune disorders)
• By getting your flu shot, you help protect those who cannot get vaccinated.
• You cannot get the flu from the vaccine.
• While the flu shot is not a 100% guarantee you will not get the flu, it can help prevent serious illness and hospitalization if you do get the flu virus.

Visit our blog for more information about the flu from our medical experts.

Where can I get a flu shot?

Get your flu shot from your primary care provider (PCP) or a pharmacy near you. Many pharmacies have online scheduling or drop in options for the flu shot and other vaccines.

You can find an in-network pharmacy or doctor by signing in to Blueprint Portal and using the Find Care search.

What will it cost?

Flu shots are available at little to no cost with your health plan. You can receive preventive vaccines, like your flu shot and COVID-19 vaccinations, at your local pharmacy. Check your pharmacy benefits for coverage and exact costs on your health plan.

Should I get other vaccinations and are they covered?

Speak with your primary care provider or your pharmacist about additional vaccinations that are appropriate for you and your family. COVID-19, pneumonia and RSV vaccines are commonly encouraged during the winter months to prevent viral illness and their severity.

Note: A small percentage of people should not get a flu shot because of underlying health conditions. Learn more at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website and talk to your primary care doctor.