Preventive Care

Become a Flu Fighter Today!

By: Stephen Jones, MD

How to Schedule Your Flu Vaccine

(and why you should!)

 

We strongly recommend you and your family take the time to get a flu shot as soon as possible.


How?

At Parkside Pediatrics, we provide flu shots for our patients and their household family members. Ask for a flu shot while at your child’s next appointment, or schedule online today! Here’s how:

  1. Access our online scheduling here.
  2. Select “Flu Vaccines” as the reason for your visit.

3. Using the Filter, select which location(s) you would like to see appointment times for.

Please Note:

If you are scheduling at Verdae, please also select “The Breastfeeding Center – Greenville.”

If you are scheduling at Reidville Road, please also select “The Breastfeeding Center – Spartanburg.”


Why?

Getting flu shots for your whole family has a great impact on your children, your family, and your community at large.

  1. Protect Your Child. Getting the flu vaccine is one of the most effective ways to safeguard your child’s health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), flu vaccination can reduce the risk of flu-related illnesses, hospitalizations, and even death in children. Need we say more?
  2. Serve the Community. Vaccinating your family doesn’t just protect you—it helps protect those around you. Whether you plan to visit older family members over the holidays, have pregnant friends, or go about daily activities like grocery shopping, the flu vaccine reduces the risk for vulnerable populations. Newborns, young children, the elderly, and people with chronic illnesses can suffer more severe consequences from the flu. By getting vaccinated, you could save the life of a loved one—or someone else’s.
  3. Support Healthcare Systems. When more families get the flu vaccine, we help reduce the strain on healthcare systems. This ensures resources are available for those who need them, particularly during peak flu season.

Getting the flu shot before the busy fall season is one of the best ways to protect your family, serve your community, and support healthcare providers.

Sign the whole family up for a Parkside Flu Clinic today or simply ask for a flu shot while at your child’s next appointment.

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