How can I book a flu shot in Pottstown?

Same-day and next day appointments for flu shots are bookable directly through Solv. Simply search for a Pottstown-area doctor, find a provider, and book a time that aligns with your schedule stating “flu shot” as your reason for visit.

Where can I get a flu shot in Pottstown?

The flu vaccine should generally be available at Pottstown-area urgent care centers, retail clinics, primary care doctor offices, and local pharmacies. While many times you can simply walk in to get a flu shot, it is best to book an appointment online to reduce your wait time.

Where can I get a flu shot after hours in Pottstown?

Outside routine work hours, most Pottstown primary care doctor offices are closed, however, most of the area’s urgent care and retail clinics are open after hours and on weekends. Book an after hours appointment today.

Is a flu shot necessary?

Everyone 6 months or older should get vaccinated for the flu every year. Influenza, or the flu, is a serious virus and infection that hospitalizes and kills thousands of people annually. And it is constantly changing. The flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your family from contracting the virus.

Do I need to get a flu shot every year?

Flu vaccines are needed annually, primarily for two reasons. First, the flu virus is constantly evolving, meaning the virus you received a vaccine for last year is unique from the virus in the upcoming season. As such, the vaccine itself needs to be different. Second, the vaccine itself wears off and your immune system’s response to the flu virus decreases over time. Unless you receive the vaccine every year, you will lack necessary immunity.

When should I get a flu shot?

Each year is a little different, but flu season generally starts as early as September. Getting a flu shot early in the season - August to October - gives your buddy the best opportunity to build up immunity to the virus as it does take roughly two weeks for the vaccine to protect you against infection. Of course, if you are unable to get the flu shot early, getting a flu shot later still helps as the virus could last through May.

How effective is the flu shot?

Each year, the CDC and other organizations conduct studies to determine the effectiveness of the flu vaccine against that years flu virus. According to the CDC, recent studies show that flu vaccination reduces the risk of flu illness by between 40% and 60%. Of course, there are multiple types and strands of the flu virus including influenza B and influenza A(H1N1), as well as influenza A(H3N2). Generally speaking, flu shots tend to work better against influenza types A & B.

How long does a flu shot last?

The flu vaccine lasts for one flu season as the virus constantly evolves and each year the vaccine is produced to specifically protect against the strand(s) that are prevalent in the upcoming flu season.

How much does a flu shot cost?

Depending on where you get your flu vaccine, what type of vaccine you are getting, and whether or not you are insured, flu shot costs vary. Generally speaking, however, flu shots can cost between $0 and $50, sometimes more.

Is a flu shot covered by insurance?

Your health insurance must cover the flu vaccine, as well as other vaccines, without a copayment or coinsurance. However, check with your insurance company to see if the vaccine must be administered at a specified location.

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Labcorp, Philadelphia

Labcorp

Open until 2:30 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
Tue 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
Wed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
Thu 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
Fri 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
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4201 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 191404201 N Broad St

4.15(514 reviews)

I highly recommend for anyone thinking of getting tested. From start to finish the whole process was hassle free and and very professional. I had my results very quickly and discreetly couldn't be happier with the service.

Labcorp at Walgreens

Open until 9:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm

2012 Brackenville Rd, Hockessin, DE 197072012 Brackenville Rd

4.51(597 reviews)

Labcorp at Walgreens

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sun10:30 am - 5:00 pm

6317 Limestone Rd, Hockessin, DE 197076317 Limestone Rd

4.19(553 reviews)

Labcorp at Walgreens

Open until 9:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm

10000 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 1911610000 Bustleton Ave

4.34(529 reviews)

I was able to choose a Labcorp location and schedule an appointment. Check in was easy, and I only needed to provide my name and DOB. They were able to locate my order in their system. They were already aware that my labs were paid for prior to the appointment. I had my labs done on a Wednesday, and I received my results by Saturday. Great experience.

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care, Pottstown

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

119 Shoemaker Rd, Pottstown, PA 19464119 Shoemaker Rd

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Labcorp, Philadelphia

Labcorp

Labcorp at Walgreens

Labcorp at Walgreens

Labcorp at Walgreens

Labcorp at Walgreens

Labcorp at Walgreens

Labcorp at Walgreens

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care, Pottstown

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care

Tower Health Urgent Care, Douglassville

Tower Health Urgent Care

GoCare Silverside Medical Aid Unit

GoCare Silverside Medical Aid Unit

MinuteClinic® at CVS®, N Gravel Pike, Zieglersville

MinuteClinic® at CVS®

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care, Collegeville

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care

MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Park Ave, Collegeville

MinuteClinic® at CVS®

MinuteClinic® at CVS®, E Uwchlan Ave, Exton

MinuteClinic® at CVS®

Reading Health QuickCare Exeter

Reading Health QuickCare Exeter

Tower Health Urgent Care, Exton

Tower Health Urgent Care

Tower Health Urgent Care, Oaks

Tower Health Urgent Care

Concentra Urgent Care, Exton

Concentra Urgent Care

St. Luke's Care Now, Upper Perkiomen

St. Luke's Care Now

Main Line Health Urgent Care, Exton Square

Main Line Health Urgent Care

Main Line Health Imaging

Main Line Health Imaging

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care, Downingtown

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care

St Joseph's Medical Center - Downtown Reading Urgent Care

St Joseph's Medical Center - Downtown Reading Urgent Care

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