Did you know each year more than 200,000 people in the U.S. are hospitalized because of flu-related complications? Thankfully, you don’t have to be a statistic. Your best bet against catching the flu is to get a flu shot. And, as a Publix associate, you can get one for free today!

Now through Nov. 15, you can get a free flu shot from a trained Publix pharmacist. And, family members living in your household can receive a flu shot for $22, an $8 savings off the customer price.

Flu shots are offered at Publix pharmacies on a walk-up basis. For support locations, look for posters announcing the details on when and where flu shot clinics are being held this year.

Source: www.cdc.gov

Here’s what you need to get your free flu shot

• Bring proof you work at Publix — If you work in a store, wear your Publix uniform, or bring your photo ID and most recent pay statement printed from PASSport. If you work in support, bring your work badge.
• Complete your vaccine consent form — You can obtain a vaccine consent form from your Publix Pharmacy or online at www.publix.org > Health and Well-Being > Life. Inspired. Program > Free Annual Flu Shots.

Don’t forget, these restrictions apply to minors

• Anyone younger than age 18 must have their parent’s consent on the vaccine consent form before receiving a flu shot.
• In Florida, pharmacists cannot give flu shots to anyone younger than age 18. Minors can visit their primary care physician; however, a health insurance copay may be required.
• In Georgia, children ages 4 – 12 need a prescription from their physician to receive a flu shot. Pharmacists cannot give the flu shot to anyone younger than age 4.
• In Alabama, South Carolina and Tennessee, children ages 12 – 17 need a prescription from their physician to receive a flu shot. Pharmacists cannot give the flu shot to anyone younger than age 12.
•  In North Carolina, pharmacists cannot give the flu shot to anyone younger than age 14.