Free Flu Shot Program
As part of a broad-reaching effort to keep Americans healthy this flu season, CVS Caremark has announced a donation of 100,000 free seasonal flu shots to the unemployed. The vouchers* will be distributed at participating One-Stop Career Centers and other select employment training agencies that offer career resources, training, and workforce information to job seekers, students, and businesses. Once obtained, the voucher may be used for a free flu shot at MinuteClinic or at any scheduled CVS/pharmacy flu clinic.
Please note that vouchers will not be distributed at CVS/pharmacy stores or MinuteClinic health care centers.
Click here for a list of partners that will be distributing vouchers.
The recent CVS Caremark 2009 Health IQ study revealed that those who are unemployed, seeking employment are among the least likely to get a flu shot, with only 34% reporting they received a flu shot last year, compared to 49% of respondents overall. "The number of people who did not get a flu shot last year is alarming," said Troyen A. Brennan, M.D., Chief Medical Officer for CVS Caremark. "CVS Caremark wants to ensure cost and access are not barriers to getting a flu shot this year for one of the most vulnerable populations, the unemployed. Our commitment to offer 100,000 free flu shots is part of our broader efforts to help prevent the spread of seasonal flu which can lead to more serious and costly health problems."
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