Centers for Disease Control and Prevention States Flu Activity is
Typically Highest Between December and February
From now through December 12, Rite Aid will offer discounts on select
trivalent flu shots in support of National Influenza Vaccination Week.
Flucelvax, a cell based vaccine, will be available for $32.99, and the
standard trivalent flu shot for $26.99, a discount of $5*. Rite Aid
certified immunizing pharmacists at Rite Aid pharmacies nationwide are
ready to vaccinate those who have not received their annual flu shot,
subject to state regulations. Flu shots are covered by most insurance
plans, including Medicare Part B and are available during pharmacy
hours; no appointment is necessary. To locate the nearest Rite Aid
pharmacy, visit www.riteaid.com
or call 1-800-RITE-AID.
“According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), flu
vaccination coverage from previous years has shown that influenza
vaccination activity declines quickly after November,” said Jocelyn
Konrad, Rite Aid executive vice president of pharmacy. “National
Influenza Week is a great time to reinforce the importance of receiving
your flu shot and to encourage our customers who haven’t done so already
to visit their local Rite Aid and conveniently get vaccinated against
the flu, as it is the best way to protect yourself and others from this
potentially serious illness.”
Created by the CDC in 2005, National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW)
is a national observance that was established to highlight the
importance of continuing influenza vaccination, as well as fostering
greater use of flu vaccine after the holiday season into January and
beyond.
The CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and
older as the first and most important step in protecting against this
serious disease. Flu symptoms include cough, sore throat, fever, muscle
aches, headaches, fatigue and running nose. Additional information about
the upcoming flu season can be found at www.cdc.gov.
Rite Aid’s Vaccine Central, an assessment tool where visitors can
complete a personal immunization evaluation, is an additional resource
for people to further review immunization recommendations. By visiting
Vaccine Central, customers can also, track their personal immunization
history, and find other educational resources on immunizations. Rite Aid
pharmacists are available to administer vaccinations for 12 other
diseases, such as pertussis (whooping cough), shingles and pneumonia,
subject to state regulations. To learn more about Vaccine Central, visit www.riteaid.com/vaccinecentral.
Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) is one of the nation's leading
drugstore chains with nearly 4,600 stores in 31 states and the District
of Columbia and fiscal 2015 annual revenues of $26.5 billion.
Information about Rite Aid, including corporate background and press
releases, is available through the company's website at www.riteaid.com.
*Vaccines available while supplies last. Age restrictions apply in
some states. See pharmacist for details. Discount applies to Flucelvax
and standard trivalent flu shot only thru 12/12/15.
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