CVS to Offer Free Seasonal Flu Shots to Unemployed
Reutersreports that CVS will provide 100,000 free seasonal flu shots to the unemployed this fall.
"The number of people who did not get a flu shot last year is alarming," said
Troyen A. Brennan, M.D., Chief Medical Officer for CVS Caremark. "CVS
Caremark wants to ensure cost and access are not barriers to getting a flu
shot this year for one of the most vulnerable populations, the unemployed.
Our commitment to offer 100,000 free flu shots is part of our broader efforts
to help prevent the spread of seasonal flu which can lead to more serious and
costly health problems."
In addition to offering $3 million in free flu vaccinations for the
unemployed, CVS Caremark is offering many convenient options for consumers to
get a flu shot.
Beginning September 1st, seasonal flu shots will be available daily, without
an appointment, at more than 500 MinuteClinic locations. And starting
September 15th, more than 9,000 flu shot clinic events will be held in select
CVS/pharmacy stores nationwide. Vaccinations are covered by most insurance
plans. Consumers can call 1-888-FLU-SHOT or go to www.cvs.com to find a list
of vaccination locations.
We are all for this. The more people that get seasonal flu shots the better. It can help reduce the number of people who are spreading the flu virus.
Update: Walgreens is also offering some free flu shots to unemployed and uninsured people.
Reuters 
