Flu Shots at AFC Urgent Care North Bergen

Protection from Influenza

Flu season runs from early fall through the end of spring, which can affect your chances of getting sick throughout the coldest months of the year. The influenza virus is highly contagious and mutates year to year, making it easy to catch through contact. Luckily, prevention is as easy as a simple vaccination: the flu shot boosts your immunity against the virus and protects both you and your family from infection at work, school or while shopping.

For walk-in flu shots, visit AFC Urgent Care North Bergen. Our team of medical providers can administer flu vaccination seven days a week with no appointment necessary. Simply visit the clinic on a walk-in basis or book an appointment online to receive your flu shot today!

Who Should Get A Flu Shot?

The CDC recommends that everyone over the age of six months gets a flu shot at the start of each flu season, generally by mid-October. Patients who are considered high-risk should get their flu shots early in the season and consult with their doctor about further immunization towards the end of the season. High-risk patients include:

• Young children
• Senior citizens
• Pregnant women
• Individuals with compromised immune systems
• Individuals with chronic conditions that can lead to complications

Why You Should Get A Flu Shot

The flu is highly contagious and can quickly make its way through your community, leaving you with symptoms for up to 10 days. The flu shot is the most effective way to prevent contracting the virus, but it is not immediately effective. It takes about two weeks for your body to be able to learn and recognize the virus and prevent symptoms. By getting your flu shot now, you’ll have time to build a resistance before the first cases are reported in your town and stay protected through the end of the season. Flu shots are also covered by the majority of insurance plans and available for low costs to self-pay patients.

Walk-In Flu Shots in North Bergen, NJ

If you have not gotten your flu shot yet, visit AFC Urgent Care North Bergen today! Our urgent care center accepts walk-in patients seven days a week, including weekends for busy people and family visits. We accept most major health insurances and offer low costs for our self-paying patients. If you have any additional questions about flu vaccination, or other services we provide, please call (201) 588-1300.