University Health Services Offers Free Flu Shots
University Health Services (UHS) strongly encourages flu shots for students who have chronic conditions—such as asthma, diabetes, or immune disorders—that put them at increased risk for complications of influenza. Getting vaccinated each year helps reduce the chances of catching the flu, says UHS.
The flu virus generally circulates in Wisconsin between November and April, so UHS urges students to get their shots as early as possible. Last year, UHS vaccinated a record 7,290 students.
Vaccinations are free and don’t require an appointment. Students only need to bring a student ID to UHS any weekday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Walk-in clinics will continue through January, after which flu shots will be by appointment only.
Through December, walk-in flu shot clinics will be at 1552 University Ave. Starting in January, they will be at the new UHS location: 333 East Campus Mall in the new University Square complex.
For complete details, visit www.uhs.wisc.edu/.