We’re committed to nurturing the health and safety of our community members. You can help keep our most vulnerable neighbors safe from the flu by getting a flu shot and following the same hygiene procedures that prevent the spread of COVID-19.

With the COVID-19 pandemic, flu shots are more important than ever. Because some of the symptoms of the flu and COVID-19 are similar, such as fever, cough, shortness of breath and headache, it may be hard to tell the difference based on symptoms alone. Testing may be needed to help confirm a diagnosis. Preventing the flu with a flu shot means there’s less chance of worrying – is it flu or is it COVID?

FLU SHOT RESOURCES

Flu resources from Public Health – Seattle & King County:

• Flu shots are quick and easy and recommended for almost everyone over the age of 6 months
• Flu shots are available in every doctor’s office as well as in most pharmacies; Search for a clinic or pharmacy near you 
• Most insurance pays for a flu shot 
• Public Health – Seattle & King County has partnered with Stepping Stone Pediatrics to offer free vaccinations for children ages 0-18 who are uninsured/underinsured/recipients of state-funded health plans
• Flu vaccine cannot cause flu – it’s scientifically impossible
• Flu shots are not 100% effective, but research shows if someone who is vaccinated does get the flu, they will have a milder case and be much less likely to be hospitalized