Where to Get a Flu Shot in Beaverton

BEAVERTON, OR - Flu season is upon us, Patch readers. The best way to prevent the virus is to get the vaccination. There are several ways to prevent the flu, and some important information about the disease to remember when trying to avoid contracting the virus. Drinking plenty of orange juice and taking a daily multi vitamin are both good daily preventative measures that will help keep you healthy in the flux of flu season.

The flu shot does not actually give you the flu. The nasal spray is not nearly as effective as the shot itself. Some of the best ways to prevent the flu are general common sense health practices. Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep, drink plenty of water, and eat a healthy, balanced diet. It's also important to remember that the severity of the virus varies, depending on the season, so this years flu might be less severe than previous years.

Are you taking your health seriously this year? Patch wants you to stay healthy, too. Check out these 10 tips to prevent the flu on Patch.

Below are a list of 5 places you can get a flu shot.

• Walgreens ($31.99, walk ins welcome); 14600 SW Murray Scholls DR. Beaverton, OR 97007
• CVS Beaverton ($40, allow 15-20 minutes) SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy Beaverton, OR 97006
• Fred Meyer ($30, walk ins welcome) 11425 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy Beaverton, OR 97005
• The Portland Clinic ($32, walk ins welcome) 15950 SW Millikan Way Beaverton, OR 97006
• Beaverton Pharmacy ($32, good to call ahead) 12250 SW Canyon Rd, Beaverton, Oregon 97005

Wade Irby, owner of the Beaverton Pharmacy and a third generation pharmacist, advises those looking to avoid the virus to "wash their hands for 30 full seconds after using the bathroom and before meals."

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