Stanford Report, October 18, 2006

Flu shots free for employees, retirees during Tuesday clinics at Vaden

Vaden Health Center will hold flu immunization clinics on the following Tuesdays from 3 to 6 p.m.: Oct. 24 and 31; Nov. 7, 14 and 28; and Dec. 5. The vaccine will not be given to individuals with a severe cold or infection or who are allergic to eggs.

The shot is free for university employees, and a valid Stanford ID must be presented at the time of vaccination. Those eligible include faculty, staff, emeritus faculty, retired staff, Medical School and research faculty and staff. Stanford Hospital and Clinics employees are not eligible for free vaccination.

The vaccine is plentiful at Vaden this year, so anyone who might be hesitant to attend one of the upcoming clinics, in light of last year's shortage, should not be concerned, said Amy Baldwin, the health center's associate director.

The shot is $22 for spouses and domestic partners of university employees. The cost for students and their spouses or domestic partners also is $22. Students enrolled in Cardinal Care pay $11. Medical students must present their medical student ID cards for a free shot.