During the fall and winter months every year, it is important to protect against the flu. COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are additional concerns. It is a triple threat to take seriously, especially for older adults. Stay safe:
- Vaccines for the flu and COVID-19 are highly effective at protecting you against severe consequences from the illnesses.
- Stay current with your COVID-19 vaccines and boosters for the strongest protection against new variants.
- RSV vaccination may be appropriate for people over age 60 or otherwise at risk for a severe RSV infection.
View this infographic from Johns Hopkins Medicine for more information about influenza, COVID-19 and RSV.
Understanding Your Vaccine Coverage
Flu vaccine
- Recommended for: Everyone 6 months and older each flu season
- Cost: $0
- Where to get it: At an in-network pharmacy or your provider’s office
COVID-19 vaccine
- Recommended for: View current CDC guidelines
- Cost: $0
- Where to get it: At an in-network pharmacy or your provider’s office
RSV vaccine
- Recommended for: People over age 60 or otherwise at risk for a severe RSV infection. Talk to your provider.
- Cost: $0 for adults age 60 and older; Tier 1 copay if less than 60 years old. (HMO, Select, PPO and Premier plans have a $0 Tier 1 copay.)
- Where to get it: At an in-network pharmacy. (If received at a provider’s office, members must pay in full and submit for reimburse
