Get Your Flu Shot Today!

Children 18 and under may qualify for a no-cost flu shot through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program if they are uninsured, underinsured, enrolled in SoonerCare or SoonerSelect, or American Indian or Alaska Native. 

Children who qualify can get flu shots from a healthcare provider enrolled in the VFC program, including Oklahoma county health departments and community health centers (CHC) across the state.

Adults without insurance may be able to get a flu shot at no cost through local county health departments or community health centers. Other locations, such as pharmacies, may offer no-cost flu shots. Call ahead to ask about availability and any costs.

Most health insurance plans cover flu shots at no cost. You can usually get a flu shot from your doctor, healthcare provider or pharmacy.

County health departments and Mobile Wellness Units offer a variety of services including family planning, STI testing, well visits, immunizations, WIC, injury prevention and more. Services vary by location. Call ahead to find out what services are available near you.

Everyone six months or older should get a flu shot each year, with rare exceptions. Some people may need to talk with a healthcare provider before getting vaccinated. Learn who should and should not get a flu vaccine. 

The best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated early in the season, which is typically September through March. To prevent serious flu complications, young children, pregnant women, people 65 years and older, and people with certain chronic health conditions should get a flu shot in October. 

After vaccination, your body takes about two weeks to build antibodies that help protect against the flu. Each year's flu vaccine is updated to protect against the flu viruses expected to spread during the upcoming season. Flu viruses change over time, so annual vaccination helps provide the best possible protection.