A Message from University Health Services: Flu Vaccine Clinics Schedule

Good news! It’s not too late to vaccinate!

Flu season is in full swing and Washtenaw County Health Department (WCHD) has advised us that influenza cases have been increasing over the past week targeting otherwise-healthy adults. University Health Services can confirm that flu cases are peaking on the EMU campus as well. Since the flu season can last into early spring, WCHD is still recommending those who have not yet received the vaccine to get it as soon as possible.

University Health Services (UHS) is offering more flu vaccination clinics to allow students, faculty, and staff to stay protected. The Snow pharmacy is a Blue Cross/Blue Shield in-network provider for flu vaccinations. This means that EMU employees with BCBS coverage can get these vaccinations for FREE. (Important – You must bring your insurance card with you when you come to get vaccinated.)

Students on the EMU student health insurance plan and those with BCBS coverage can get the vaccine for FREE by presenting their insurance card. Other students may also receive a flu vaccination at no charge through support by a grant to UHS. There is an option to get a flu shot or flu nasal spray!

The cost is $30.00 for those not covered by the plans above. For information or questions call University Health Services at 487-1122.

Clinic Dates/Location

·  Wednesday, March 16 4 – 6 p.m. 105 Snow Health Center

·  Friday, March 18 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. 219 Snow Heath Center

·  Walk-in clinic (Monday – Friday) 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. 2nd floor, Snow Health Center

·  Call (734)487-1122 to make a flu vaccination appointment at any other times.

Payment Options:

·  Cash, check, Visa, MasterCard or Discover card.

·  Students can bill the charge to their student tuition account (E-bill)

The Facts:

·  It takes two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body and provide protection against influenza virus infection.

·  The worst side effect you are likely to get from the flu shot is a sore arm.

·  Every year in America seasonal influenza is responsible for more than 200,000 hospitalizations and is associated with approximately 36,000 deaths.