Save the date for this year’s flu vaccine clinics!
On Friday, October 25, University Health Service (UHS) will host a flu vaccine clinic for students from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Eastman School of Music Student Living Center. We’ll be in the Staff Dining Hall.
Students scheduling an appointment for a flu shot should do so through UHSConnect:
- Log in to UHSConnect.
- Click on Appt. Scheduling and then Schedule Appt. to schedule an appointment. You will first need to read and accept the Terms of Service.
- Select UHS-Vaccine Clinic in the Office Location field.
- Select October 25 – October 25 in the Date From and Date To fields.
- Click on Flu Vaccine Clinic – EASTMAN SCHOOL as the Reason for Appointment.
- Click Search.
- Schedule your appointment by clicking on one of the appointments listed on the right side of the screen.
- Click Confirm to schedule your appointment.
The flu vaccine is covered in full for all active members of the UR student health insurance plan (Aetna) and generally covered in full by most private insurance plans. Contact your insurance plan directly for specific coverage details. Flu vaccines offer the best and safest way to prevent the spread of the illness and getting vaccinated does not cause the flu. Some people may react with a sore arm or feel achy after the vaccine, but this is much better than coming down with influenza.
Getting a flu vaccine is one way that you can protect your own good health and that of the University community in the coming months. Other important ways to prevent illness are to wash your hands regularly, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, and cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after use and wash your hands. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, get regular activity, and rest.