There are so many things in the world we don't seem to have any control over. One thing you CAN do is stay up-to-date with your immunizations. Your Kinney Drugs pharmacist is trained and certified to safely and conveniently give routine vaccinations right at your local Kinney pharmacy! Learn more about which pharmacy vaccinations may be right for you and your family below.
*At this time, Kinney Drugs is only accepting walk-ins for the following vaccinations: flu, meningitis, pneumonia, shingles, tetanus, diptheria, and pertussis.
Our certified pharmacists can administer the following vaccinations:
COVID-19 Vaccinations are underway across the country and are being distributed in phases due to limited supply. To learn more COVID-19 Vaccines at Kinney, click below:
The key to staying healthy is prevention. So this flu season, protect yourself and your family by getting a flu shot at Kinney Drugs.
What is Influenza?
Influenza (the flu) is a contagious respiratory disease. It can cause mild to severe illness. Unlike a cold, flu symptoms usually come on suddenly. The most common symptom is a fever, which may not happen with a cold. Other symptoms include muscle or body aches, headache and fatigue, sore throat and runny nose.
What is the flu shot?
The flu shot is made up of several deactivated or weakened flu viruses. When you get your flu shot, your body naturally produces antibodies – or "disease fighters" – in response to the vaccine. These disease-fighters will now remain on defense within your body to fight the flu.
Who should get vaccinated?
The CDC recommends that everyone at least 6 months of age get a flu vaccine every year. While everyone is at risk for various types of influenza, it is especially important for certain groups of people to get vaccinated. These people include:
Stop in today to get the protection you deserve from the pharmacists you trust.
Save time by printing your consent form and bringing it with you.
Each year, thousands of employees fall ill with influenza - affecting employers and businesses. Flu lowers productivity, increases absenteeism and unfavorably impacts the bottom line. In fact, flu in the workplace costs businesses approximately $10.4 billion each season. The good news is much of the illness caused by flu can be prevented with a simple flu shot.
This year, let our team of certified pharmacists help protect your employees and your business from the flu with the Kinney Drugs FLUFIGHTERS Program. It's convenient, affordable and easy! FLUFIGHTERS offers you and your employees:
· Direct billing to your insurance provider
· Advance consent forms to save your employees time and facilitate a quick and easy vaccination
Plus, we accept most insurance plans including Excellus, Pomco, Aetna and more!
Two Ways to Participate
1.) Host a FLUFIGHTERS clinic at your workplace: Kinney Drugs will bring a certified pharmacist to your workplace at your convenience. We will bring all vaccine and supplies, emergency kits and sufficient assistance to accommodate all employees.
2.) Employee FLUFIGHTERS Vouchers: Kinney Drugs can provide prepaid FLUFIGHTERS vouchers for your employees - good for vaccination at any Kinney Drugs - for ease, choice and flexibility. Take action now to help protect your business and your employees from the flu.
To promote your FLUFIGHTERS clinic to employees, download our flu clinic marketing materials.
Flu Clinic Poster Flu Shot Benefits Flyer
Thousands of people get meningitis every year, but it can be prevented with vaccine. Reduce your risk by getting your meningitis shot today.
What is Meningococcal disease?
Meningitis is a condition in which a virus or bacteria causes the tissue around the brain and spinal cord get inflamed, which can be very painful and cause seizures. The most common symptoms are fever, neck stiffness, and headache. Meningitis is spread by coughing, sneezing, and kissing. A serious infection can lead to brain damage.
Who should get vaccinated?
Meningitis can affect anyone, but it is most common in infants less than 12 months old and individuals 16-21 years of age. Because children and young adults are among the groups at highest risk of contracting this potentially deadly disease, many states require vaccinations for school and college students. According to the CDC, the following are people at increased risk for meningitis who should get vaccinated:
Talk to your Kinney Pharmacist today to find out if you are eligible to receive the vaccine.
Each year, an estimated 1 million people in the United States are hospitalized with pneumonia, and about 50,000 people die from the disease. Reduce your risk by getting your Pneumonia shot today.
What is pneumococcal disease?
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs caused by a virus or bacteria, specifically the bacteria called Streptococcus pneumoniae. The same bacteria can also cause infections in the ears, the blood and the lining of the brain. Pneumonia symptoms include cough, fever, and difficulty breathing.
Who is at risk?
Which Pneumonia shot should I receive?
There are two different pneumococcal vaccines that cover different strains or serotypes of Strep pneumoniae. The vaccines are referred to as PCV13 and PPSV23.
PPSV23
PCV13
If you are recommended to or want to receive BOTH vaccines:
Call or stop in today and talk with your Kinney pharmacist about getting your Pneumonia shot.
†Sources:
"Pneumonia Can Be Prevented—Vaccines Can Help" Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
SHINGRIX is a new FDA-approved two-dose vaccination for the prevention of shingles – and the ONLY shingles vaccine proven to be up to 90% effective in clinical trials of adults fifty years and older. No prescription is required and no appointment is necessary.
1 out of 3 people 60 years old and older get shingles. Reduce your risk by getting vaccinated today.
What is Shingles?
Shingles is a disease that causes a painful, blistering rash. It occurs in people who have had chicken pox and is a reactivation of the dormant virus. Shingles can strike at any time and it can be painful. It is more common and more serious in older adults. In fact, nearly 1 million Americans get shingles every year and about half of them are 60 years and older.
Who is at risk for Shingles?
Why get vaccinated?
Vaccination is the ONLY way to reduce the risk of getting shingles. Studies show that the vaccine, Zostavax, reduces the risk of developing shingles by about 50%. For those who still may get shingles, it reduces the severity of symptoms.
Call or stop in to learn more about getting your Shingles Vaccination.
* Information courtesy U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Being fully vaccinated is the most effective way to prevent tetanus. Make sure you and your family are protected by being up-to-date with their tetanus vaccine.
What is Tetanus?
Tetanus is caused by bacteria that enter the body during an injury or anytime the skin is broken, and cannot spread from person to person. Tetanus is often called "lockjaw" because the person cannot open his/her mouth due to the jaw muscles tightening. Other symptoms include headache, muscle spasms and muscle stiffness and seizures.
What are Diphtheria and Pertussis?
Diphtheria is a contagious disease that spreads through direct contact with an infected person, usually via coughing or sneezing. Like tetanus, it can be fatal if untreated or can cause severe damage to the nerves and heart. Pertussis (whooping cough) is a very contagious disease that can cause death. This disease is most severe among children younger than 5 years old.
What is the tetanus vaccine?
There are several vaccines that protect against tetanus offered at Kinney Drugs:
Who should get the tetanus vaccine?
Talk to your Kinney Pharmacist today to find out if you are eligible to receive the vaccine.
To help ensure you and your family stays healthy during your trip, Kinney Drugs offers travel health consultation and vaccinations at the following Vermont locations:
Barre, VT: 802.476.6659
Essex Junction, VT: 802.878.5351
St. Albans, VT: 802.524.6543
