CARLISLE, Pa. — The GIANT Company announced this week that flu vaccinations are now available at all GIANT and MARTIN’S in-store pharmacies.
“Flu vaccinations are reformulated each year as the flu virus changes, which is why it’s so important for all ages to get flu shots annually,” said Leigh Shirley, director of pharmacy operations, The GIANT Company. “Flu shots are the most effective way to fight the flu, especially in older adults and young children, so it’s important to take action now to protect yourself and your family from the upcoming cold and flu season.”
Flu shots for the 2024-2025 flu and cold season are all trivalent and protect against three strains of influenza: H1N1, H3N2, and a B/Victoria lineage virus.
GIANT and MARTIN’S pharmacies carry several different types of flu shots for children, adults and seniors, including standard and high-dose products.
Most insurance plans cover flu shots at $0 copays, including Medicare Part B. Flu shots are administered by immunizing GIANT and MARTIN’S pharmacists and specially trained pharmacy team members, subject to state regulations.
Receiving a flu shot at GIANT and MARTIN’S pharmacies is easy and convenient, the company said. Walk-ins are welcome, but customers can also make an appointment if they prefer. In addition, starting Aug. 30, customers who present their GIANT or MARTIN’S card and receive a flu shot can get an offer for $5 off $25 of a future grocery order.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone 6 months and older get a flu vaccination. While the CDC recommends flu shots by the end of October for everyone over 6 months, certain groups of people are at greater risk for complications from the flu. These groups include: people with diabetes, pregnant women, adults over 65, children under 5, those with asthma and other chronic lung diseases, those with kidney and liver disorders, heart disease patients and those with compromised immune systems.
