PHILADELPHIA — Today, The Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) announced the City’s annual flu-shot and COVID-19 vaccine clinics are now open. Philadelphia residents can now get their annual flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines for free, with no appointment needed at City Health Centers right in their neighborhoods. These clinics are open to any Philadelphia resident aged six months or older.
“We know that seasonal vaccines, like the flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine, can and do save lives every year,” said Philadelphia Health Commissioner, Dr. Palak Raval-Nelson. “Having these vaccines available for free is the best way we can make sure that it’s easy to for you and your loved ones to avoid serious illness. Remember, the best gift you can give this holiday season is a healthy family. Protect your loved ones by getting a flu shot and COVID-19-19 vaccine today.”
The annual flu shot is the best way for individuals to protect themselves from seasonal influenza, which can lead to severe disease or even death in certain children, older adults, and those who are immune compromised. It is well-tolerated and created to match the flu strains that are circulating.
The COVID-19 vaccine is the best way to avoid a severe case of COVID-19. The COVID-19 vaccine has been taken by millions of Americans every year since it was released and has been found to offer excellent protection against COVID-19, especially for people over the age of 65.
The vaccines at these special seasonal clinics are available to all Philadelphia residents over the age of six months. No identification aside from proof of residency (such as a utility bill in the resident’s name) is required to be vaccinated. No appointment is necessary to be vaccinated; residents can just walk in.
Vaccine clinics times and locations are as follows:
Health Center 2
1700 S. Broad Street, Unit 201
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Monday through Friday, 8 am-1:30 pm
Health Center 6
301 W. Girard Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Monday through Friday, 8 am-1:30 pm
Health Center 10
2230 Cottman Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19149
Monday through Friday, 8 am-1:30 pm