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It's Flu Season Again! Get the protection you need with a personal touch at The Shot Nurse

There is a convenient way for you to stay healthy this year. The Shot Nurse provides flu vaccinations in both traditional shot form and the very popular intra-nasal mist. Seasonal Flu Vaccine is available at all Memphis locations. Flu Shots are $25 - Flu Mist is $30. With extended office hours until 6pm during the fall, it’s never a problem to get protected from the flu at The Shot Nurse!

For groups of 10 or more, The Shot Nurse Comes to You!

For groups of 10 or more, a registered nurse will visit your facility to administer Influenza vaccinations to anyone who wishes to participate. The cost is $25 per shot. The company or individuals may pay by cash or check. To pay by credit card, use our online prepay option. Click here to schedule a group appointment at your facility.

Facts to Know about a Flu Shot

  • The flu vaccine is a killed virus, which is safe and DOES NOT GIVE YOU THE FLU!
  • People who are allergic to eggs or have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome should not take the flu vaccine.
  • The vaccine provides immunity for the entire flu season.
  • It takes approximately two weeks to develop immunity after receiving the vaccine.
  • It is recommended that flu shots be administered in the fall for best results.
  • FluMist intra-nasal vaccine is now available. Visit our Flu Mist page for more information about this popular alternative to a traditional flu shot.


    • About Influenza

    Influenza is caused by a virus that spreads from one infected person to another by nose or throat. Influenza can cause:

  • Fever
  • Sore Throat
  • Chills
  • Coughing
  • Headache
  • Muscle and body aches

    • Anyone can get influenza. Influenza causes an average of 36,000 deaths each year in the US.

    Who Should Get the Influenza Vaccine?

    All High-Risk Persons, anyone who does not want to get the flu, and school-aged children should get the vaccine. High risks persons include:

  • Anyone 2 - 64 years old with a chronic medical condition such as heart disease, lung disease( especially asthmatics), diabetes or an immunosuppressive disorder.
  • Pregnant Women or women who will be pregnant during flu season
  • All Children 6 months to 18 years old. (The Shot Nurse does not administer influenza vaccine to children under 4 years of age; we recommend getting them at your pediatrician).
  • Anyone 65 years or older.

    CDC Flu Facts
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