I’m telling you first-hand: this flu is no joke. It’s hard to keep this girl down, and after day three on the couch I’m here to tell ya if
These are my family members, camped outside of my house to avoid my germs. (Just kidding, it’s from National Geographic circle 1918 flu outbreak.)
you can get a flu shot, please do.
In “Debunking the Biggest Myths About Flu Shots” from Emergency Physicians Immediate Care Center, a new urgent care medical center based in Chesterfield, is making it simple–and affordable–to keep yourself and your loved ones well this flu season at their Midlothian location by offering $10 flu shots to the community.
But even at a price that’s within most everyone’s reach, persisting myths keep many of those who could benefit from the protection of a flu shot away from clinics and doctors’ offices.
The Top Myths About Flu Shots:
MYTH:
Only high risk groups such as children and the elderly need to be immunized.
FACT:
The influenza virus can strike without warning in even the healthiest among us, and even if you don’t contract the virus yourself, you may be a carrier and pass the flu onto others you come in contact with.
MYTH:
The immunization itself can cause the flu or flu-like symptoms.
FACT:
The virus used in the vaccine is incapable of causing the flu. The virus is killed off before entering the bloodstream.
MYTH:
You need an appointment to receive a flu shot.
FACT:
At Emergency Physicians Immediate Care Center, you can walk in and receive a $10 flu shot whenever it’s most convenient to you and your family. No appointment or call-ahead is necessary.
MYTH:
Those with a cold or other ailments should wait until they’re well before receiving a flu shot.
FACT:
While it’s not a bad idea to consult with a medical professional if you have a cold or other ailment before receiving a flu shot, generally those with the common cold or who aren’t running a fever above 101° F can still safely receive an immunization with no dangerous side effects.
Please visit our friends at HCA Virginia’s Site as well for Flu Resources for Kids.
Richmond Flu Shot Locations (and feel free to add those you know about in comments!):
Emergency Physicians Immediate Care is located at 6100 Harbourside Centre Loop, off Hull Street Road across from Bonefish Grill. The medical center is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m., and weekends from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
CVS < 20% off shopping pass when you get a flu shot
Martin’s < $30, Free with Medicaire and some insurances may reduce costs
Other Flu Shot Resources ’round Richmond:
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WRIC Channel 8′s Flu Shot List
