Flu Shots
Flu Shots
Protect yourself and the people around you by getting your flu shot. Every year, the flu gets in the way of social gatherings, holiday celebrations, and daily activities like work and school. Even worse, serious complications from the flu put hundreds of thousands of people in the hospital each year.
Getting a flu vaccine is an essential part of protecting your health and your family’s health. Flu shots not only prevent many cases of influenza, but also decrease the severity of illness for someone who is vaccinated but still develops the flu.
Where to Go
We offer flu shot appointments at several of our health centers in Ann Arbor, Brighton, Canton, Chelsea, Dexter, Livonia, Northville, Saline and Ypsilanti. U-M Health patients may self-schedule a flu shot online through the MyUofMhealth patient portal. If you do not have a portal account, you can schedule an appointment by calling 734-763-6336.
If you already have an appointment at a U-M Health primary care clinic, ask to receive a flu shot while you’re there. Many specialists also offer flu shots through their clinics. Contact your specialty clinic about whether you can get your flu vaccine at your next scheduled appointment.
Community flu shot clinics
University of Michigan Health administers several walk-in vaccine clinics in communities around southeast Michigan. Check the events calendar for upcoming clinics.
Regional Alliance for Health Schools locations
RAHS is able to provide vaccination for any school-age youth 21 years old and younger. You do not need to be a registered student at a RAHS school to receive services. RAHS is able to vaccinate both insured and uninsured patients, regardless of ability to pay. Visit the RAHS website to find your local RAHS location
Local health department or retail pharmacy
Visit your local health department or a retail pharmacy in your community. If you are seeking vaccination for a child, be sure to call ahead to confirm that they are able to vaccinate children and accept your insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends annual influenza vaccination for everyone 6 months and older. Flu vaccination is especially important for adults 65 years and older, who account for most hospitalizations and deaths from flu. High dose flu shots are recommended for adults aged 65 and over.
It is best to get a flu vaccine before flu viruses begin spreading in your community, so you have begun developing influenza antibodies to protect you against contracting the flu.
The CDC recommends that you get a flu shot by the end of October, but it’s not too late to benefit from some level of protection even as late as January.
Individuals within Washtenaw County can get free, reliable and accessible transportation to any vaccination or booster appointment in Washtenaw County, thanks to a grant from the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation. Learn more about getting a ride.
U-M Health has joined dozens of health care institutions throughout the country in requiring staff to be vaccinated against flu or to wear a protective mask during any patient interaction during flu season. The requirement is designed to help protect the health of our patients and their families and will especially protect the many people we care for who have serious medical conditions and weakened immune systems.
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