Flu Shots

2024/2025 Flu Shot Information

Seasonal flu shots are provided at no charge to all benefits-eligible Purdue faculty and staff, as well as spouses and dependents covered on a Purdue medical plan, through a variety of means.

Regardless of location, individuals coming for a flu shot should bring their Purdue University ID (PUID) card.

On-Campus Flu Shots

Flu shots are available:

Vaccine Types

The CHL at PNW will be administering the following vaccines:

• Fluzone quadrivalent vaccine, which is designed to protect against four different flu viruses; two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses. It is approved for anyone ages 6 months and older.
• Flublok quadrivalent vaccine, which is designed to protect against four different flu viruses; two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses. It is approved for use in ages 18 years and older. It is preservative and egg-free.

If an alternative vaccine type is needed, employees are encouraged to see their providers.

Additional Flu Shot Options

If employees are unable to make it to the CHL or a flu shot event on campus, there are other options:

• Retail pharmacies
  Check with your retail pharmacy for flu shot availability. All Purdue medical plans cover the seasonal flu vaccine for employees and covered dependents.
• Health care provider
  In most cases, primary care providers can administer flu shots. All Purdue medical plans cover the seasonal flu vaccine for employees and covered dependents.