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Get the information you need about the flu and why it's important to get the shot.
Flu shots: Know the facts
Get the information you need about the flu. Learn the facts and beware of the myths.
Why vaccines are so important as you get older
As you age, it can be easier to get really sick from certain diseases. Here's how to help protect yourself and the people around you.
7 Reasons to make time for your flu vaccine
Getting an annual flu vaccine can help protect you, your loved ones and others. And it's quick and convenient, too.
Cold and flu hotspots
Germs can lurk in many crowded public spaces. Here are the germiest places and what to know to avoid getting sick.
*Flu shots at designated retail pharmacies and clinics are covered at 100% for most benefit plans. Check your benefit plan details or call the number on your member ID card to be sure you’re covered at the flu shot location you choose. Remember to bring your member ID card when you visit network providers for your flu shot.
Optum does not endorse any specific vaccine manufacturer over another. We believe in the importance of vaccination as a public health measure and support the use of all approved vaccines. The choice of vaccine should be made by individuals in consultation with their healthcare providers, based on availability, personal health considerations, and the recommendations of local health authorities.