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Free Flu Shots for City Employees
Influenza - “the flu” - and COVID-19 are both highly contagious viruses that spread easily. Anyone can become seriously ill from both viruses, even healthy people.
Now more than ever, everyone needs to do their part to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses like flu and COVID-19. Getting your flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against the flu and its complications.
The City and its unions offer free flu shots to municipal employees and their families. All employees, dependents, and pre-Medicare retirees eligible for New York City health benefits are covered to receive a flu vaccination at no-cost.
ways to get your flu shot:
✔ WorkWell NYC clinics
✔ Participating pharmacies
✔ In-network medical offices
✔ Get your Flu Shot at a WorkWell NYC Clinic
WorkWell NYC clinics provide a quick, convenient, and effective way for employees to
stay flu-free. Read More
Make an appointment at any clinic here or by calling 866-481-4391, Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm.
To ensure safety for both nurses and employees, participants must:
☑ Make an appointment for their flu shot at www.apschedule.com/nycflu24 and arrive at their scheduled appointment time. Walk-ins will not be permitted.
☑ Maintain social distance where possible.
☑ Wear a face covering at all times, as recommended based on current guidelines.
☑ Fill out a consent form before arriving at the clinic site to minimize contact time.
Nurses will wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including an N95 mask or medical equivalent while performing all vaccinations. Nurse stations will be disinfected after each vaccination.
✔ Get your Flu Shot at a Participating Pharmacy
Free flu shots are available at participating pharmacies across the City. Read More
| ➣ | All employees, dependents and pre-Medicare retirees covered by City health benefits can get flu shots free of cost at a participating pharmacy. Find a pharmacy here. |
| ➣ | Check with your health insurance provider to identify pharmacies that participate in your plan. |
| ➣ | Bring your medical insurance card with you to the pharmacy. |
✔ Get your Flu Shot from an In-Network Physician
Your co-pay will be waived if getting the flu shot is the sole purpose of your visit. Read More
| ➣ | All employees, dependents and pre-Medicare retirees covered by City health benefits can get flu shots free of cost at an in-network physician’s office. |
| ➣ | Your visit co-pay will be waived if the sole purpose of your visit is to get your flu shot. |
| ➣ | Visit your health plan website to find an in-network physician near you. |
Additional Resources
· Flu Shot Facts
Get the facts on the flu shot and find answers to frequently asked questions. Read More
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Influenza – the “flu” – is a serious disease that is the 3rd leading cause of death in NYC, along with pneumonia. Even healthy people can become very ill from the flu. The flu can also make existing health conditions like heart disease, asthma, and diabetes even worse. The flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and your family from getting the flu and spreading it to others. Everyone aged 6 months and older should get the flu vaccine every year. |
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| ➣ | FAQs: Get answers to common questions about the flu and the WorkWell NYC flu shot program here. |
| ➣ | Health Bulletin: Understand the risks and symptoms of the flu and how to protect yourself here. |
| ➣ | Is it Flu or COVID-19: Learn the similarities, risks and how to stay protected from flu and COVID-19 here. |
· Promotional Materials
Use these promotional materials to encourage employees at your workplace
to get their flu shot. Read More
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City employees! Fight the flu FAST by getting your FREE flu shot. Here are 3 convenient ways to get your flu vaccine.
- Get Your Flu Shot at a WorkWell NYC Clinic – a quick and convenient way for City employees to stay flu-free!
- Get Your Flu Shot at a Participating Pharmacy – free flu shots are available for City employees at participating pharmacies across the city.
- Get Your Flu Shot from an In-Network Physician - your co-pay will be waived if getting the flu shot is the sole purpose of your visit.
For more information, visit on.nyc.gov/wwnycflu