Health & Fitness
How To Get An Affordable Flu Shot In South Dakota
GoodRx is working with leading pharmacy chains to get you lower prices for your flu shot.
With the start of fall, flu season has officially arrived. Up to 20 percent of Americans come down with the flu each year with varying symptoms. Thankfully, there are several things you can do to help protect yourself against this contagious respiratory illness. One way to lessen your chances of contracting a serious case of the flu is by getting the flu vaccine (also known as the flu shot).
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends an annual flu vaccine for those 6 months and older, with few exceptions such as those with allergies to the ingredients in the vaccine or the vaccine itself. The flu shot works by giving your body the chance to build up an immune response against the flu virus by producing antibodies.
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If the cost of the flu vaccine has left you somewhat hesitant, GoodRx provides a convenient way to find more affordable flu shots in South Dakota.
How Can I Find A Flu Shot In South Dakota?
The GoodRx Flu Vaccine Program has partnered with various pharmacies, including Walgreens, Albertsons, and Weis to offer you low prices on the flu vaccine. Using GoodRx’s flu vaccine finder, you’re able search for pharmacies in your area that are participating in the GoodRx Flu Vaccine Program. Simply type in your two-letter state abbreviation in their search tool to save.
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Prices offered through the GoodRx Flu Vaccine Program include the administrative fee, which is a fee commonly charged for giving the flu shot. The usual price for a flu vaccine can be up to $90. With the GoodRx Flu Vaccine Program, these prices can drop down to as low as $25 per vaccine. Simply bring your GoodRx coupon to a participating pharmacy and receive your flu vaccine of choice.
Using A GoodRx Coupon To Save On Your Flu Shot
Once you’ve found the GoodRx coupon you’d like to use for your flu vaccine, presenting it at your local pharmacy is easy. First, save the coupon by printing it out, emailing it to yourself or texting it to your phone. Depending on the pharmacy, you can either walk in to receive your flu shot or you may have to schedule an appointment. It’s recommended that you call ahead to find out your pharmacy’s policy on walk-ins/appointments.
When you arrive at the pharmacy, show your GoodRx coupon (either printed or on your phone) to the pharmacist before you receive your flu shot. From there, your pharmacist will ask you about your medical history to determine which flu vaccine is best for you.