Flu Shots at AFC Urgent Care Livingston

Flu Shots Available in Livingston, NJ

Each year, a new flu shot is introduced to combat the constantly changing influenza virus. To keep our communities safe, it’s important for individuals to receive their flu shot every year. Flu season typically picks up around October, usually peaking between December and February, so it’s highly recommended to get the flu vaccine as early as possible.

AFC Urgent Care Livingston provides flu shots to all patients aged 4 years old and up on a walk-in basis. Flu shots are the best way to avoid the illness and prevent spreading it to others. Our urgent care clinic never requires appointments to receive flu vaccination. You and your family can simply visit the clinic to receive a flu shot today, just in time for flu season!

Flu Symptoms Treated near Short Hills, NJ

In addition to flu vaccination, AFC Urgent Care Livingston also provides quality flu treatment. If you find yourself experiencing flu symptoms, it’s possible that you have contracted the flu. Influenza symptoms are like other illnesses, like the common cold. By visiting the urgent care center, you can get an accurate diagnosis of your illness. A proper diagnosis is the first step toward a speedy recovery.

Some common flu symptoms include:

• Fever
• Muscle/body aches
• Headache
• Congestion
• Coughing
• Fatigue
• Dehydration

At AFC Urgent Care Livingston, our board-certified medical providers can help treat your symptoms and get you back to feeling your best. With labs on-site, we will be able to determine whether your symptoms are the influenza virus, and plan treatment accordingly.

Who should get a flu shot?

At AFC Livingston, we provide flu vaccination to patients aged 4 years old and up. We recommend that patients who have previously experienced an adverse reaction to a flu shot or have an egg allergy to consult with their provider about alternative methods of flu prevention. Certain patients and groups may be more at risk for developing more severe symptoms or complications, so they should seek to acquire a flu shot early on.

You should get a flu shot as early in the season as possible if you are:

• A senior over the age of 65
• A healthcare / childcare provider
• A pregnant woman
• A young child
• A patient with a weak immune system or underlying chronic condition

Receive a Flu Shot at AFC Urgent Care Livingston

AFC Urgent Care Livingston is here to provide flu shots and flu treatment whenever you need it. We’re open every day of the week, making weekend flu treatment accessible for those with the busiest schedules. Don’t leave your health up to chance and let your symptoms get the best of you this year. Receive a flu shot by visiting our urgent care center with no appointment necessary. If you have any other questions about flu shots, or other urgent care services we provide, call our center directly at (973) 601-2626.