Respiratory Virus Season Vaccines

Getting recommended vaccines is important for protecting yourself and your family from serious illness caused from respiratory viruses. Always talk to your health care provider to determine which vaccines are best for you.

Can you get one or more of these vaccines at the same time? Yes, you can. View the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention webpage:

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What's in a Flu Shot?

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Flu Shots

Who should get a flu shot?

Even if you’re healthy, you can still get the flu and spread the virus to others. That’s why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone 6 months old or older to get an annual flu shot. (The CDC recommends that children ages 6 months to 8 years who are getting the flu shot for the first time receive two doses four weeks apart.1)

 

Where can I get a flu shot?

Your free flu shot is available at: your primary care providers’ (PCP) or pediatricians’ office or in network pharmacies including many local independent pharmacies:

  • Schedule online with a pharmacy. Many pharmacies will administer the shot to both adults and children. When you show your health insurance member ID card at the following pharmacies, your shot should be free*. 

* Review a list of participating pharmacies2

  • UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care.
    • Find a convenient location near you. 
    • Please note: Flu shots are only available for children 6 years old and older at UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care locations.
  • UPMC employees.

What if you already paid or were charged for your flu shot?

  • For University of Pittsburgh faculty and staff:
    • Log in to my.Pitt.edu and follow this path: My Resources > Human Resources > MyHealth Access > Menu > Forms and Guides. 

    Read more flu facts and get answers to frequently asked questions in our flu resources blog.

     

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    COVID-19 Vaccine

    Who should get a COVID-19 shot?

    For the latest recommendations, see:

    Where can I get a COVID-19 shot?

    Go to in-network pharmacy and show your member ID.

    What does the COVID-19 vaccine cost?

    The COVID-19 vaccine is free when you go to in-network pharmacy and show your member ID.

    The COVID-19 vaccine and children

    You and your child may have a lot of questions about COVID-19 vaccines. We can help. 

    Health Break: What is a vaccine booster and how does it work?

    RSV Vaccine

    Who should get an RSV vaccine?

    Pregnant people, all adults age 75 and older, and adults ages 50 to 74 who are at increased risk of severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) should get an RSV vaccine. Those who are at risk include people:

    • With chronic heart or lung disease.
    • With a weakened immune system.
    • Who have certain other medical conditions, including severe obesity and severe diabetes.
    • Who live in a nursing home or other long-term care facility.

    CDC’s RSV Information


    Where can I get the RSV vaccine?

    • Adult members should check with their pharmacy to see if the RSV vaccine is in-stock and confirm coverage.
    • Children must get an RSV vaccination at their pediatrician’s office.

    What does the RSV vaccine cost?

    • No cost when visiting a participating pharmacy. Confirm with your pharmacy that they offer RSV and have vaccines in stock.
    • No cost when receiving at a pediatrician’s office. Confirm with your pediatrician that they offer RSV, have vaccines in stock and to make an appointment. 

     

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    1Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Flu and Children. Reviewed Sept. 5, 2024. Accessed Sept. 10, 2025. Flu and Children | Influenza (Flu) | CDC

    2The listed pharmacies are in-network for members who reside in Pennsylvania as of September 2025. If you are an out-of-state member or need further assistance finding a pharmacy, please contact a Health Care Concierge at the phone number on your ID card or call 1-844-220-4785 (TTY: 711) Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    3UPMC Community HealthChoices participants who are enrolled in a Medicare plan will receive coverage for the vaccine(s) through their Medicare benefits. If UPMC Health Plan does not provide your primary insurance coverage, speak with your primary insurer about vaccination coverage.

    4UPMC Health Plan’s use of this material does not imply or constitute endorsement or recommendation by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Department of Health and Human Services, or the U.S. government of UPMC Health Plan, its affiliates, or their respective services.