Operation Immunization Brings Flu Shots to Ole Miss Community

 

The University of Mississippi chapter of the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists is conducting its annual Operation Immunization for providing flu shots to the Ole Miss community.

Operation Immunization is an immunization awareness campaign designed to increase the public’s knowledge while increasing the number of adults receiving immunizations.

The cost is $40, and can be billed to most insurance plans, as university students, faculty and staff should bring their Ole Miss ID and prescription insurance card. What insurance doesn’t cover can be charged to Bursar accounts.

 

 

Date	Time	Location
Thursday, Oct. 6	10 a.m. – 3 p.m.	Student Union (sidewalk by Grove)
Tuesday, Oct. 11	1 – 4 p.m.	Galtney-Lott Plaza (“Business Row”)
Wednesday, Oct. 12	10 a.m. – 3 p.m.	Pavilion

*All dates, times, locations subject to change

 

The flu vaccine is also available at Pharmacy Health Services, located inside the V.B. Harrison Health Center on campus, during its operation hours.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should get a flu shot?

It is recommended everyone above the age of six months old receives a yearly flu vaccine.

When should I get my flu shot?

The CDC recommends getting your flu shot in the months of September or October to provide protection against the flu for the entire season.

Why should I get my flu shot?

An annual seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to help protect against flu. Vaccination has been shown to have many benefits, including reducing the risk of flu illnesses, hospitalizations and even the risk of flu-related death in children.

 

See more key facts about the flu and flu vaccine at the CDC.gov website.