With flu season around the corner, everyone must take the necessary precautions to stay safe and healthy. The exact timing of flu season varies, but activity often begins to increase in October and peaks between December and February, although activity can last as late as May. September and October are optimal months to receive a flu vaccine. Learn more key facts from the CDC here.
It is strongly recommended that all USC faculty and university staff receive vaccinations for the 2024-2025 influenza season.
Additionally, the USC Pharmacies will be providing the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccines.
How to get your flu shot
USC Health Plans is sponsoring flu and COVID-19 vaccinations at no cost for all USC faculty and staff at the following USC Pharmacies:
- USC Verdugo Hills Professional Pharmacy (Glendale)
- USC Pharmacy (UPC King Hall)
- USC Medical Plaza Pharmacy (HSC Healthcare Consultation Center)
Walk ins are welcome during flu vaccine hours. Visit the USC Pharmacies site and the Flu and U campaign page for more information.
Employees and their dependents enrolled in USC PPO, or EPO plans can also visit any contracted Navitus pharmacy and have their flu or COVID-19 vaccination covered when they present their plan ID card, or they may visit their primary care physician and have the vaccination covered under their medical benefits as preventive care service.