Health & Fitness

Where to Get a Flu Shot in Oregon City

Oregon City has several places you can go to get a flu shot. Get immunized and stay healthy.

OREGON CITY, OR - There are more ways than one to prevent the onset of the flu. The easiest way to avoid getting the virus is to get the immunization shot. 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.

"Washing hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water is a very most important thing people can do. If soap and water is not available, use of an alcohol-based sanitizer is recommended until there is access to a sink," said Karen Landers, Marion County Health Department officer.

Find out what's happening in Oregon Cityfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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

  • CVS Pharmacy ($40, walk ins welcome) 9000 SE Sunnyside Rd, Clackamas, OR 97015
  • Rite Aid ($31.99, walk ins welcome) 1900 McLoughlin Blvd, Oregon City, OR 97045
  • Walgreens ($32.99, walk ins welcome) 1310 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, OR 97045
  • Sav-On Pharmacy ($31.99, walk ins welcome) 19007 Beavercreek Rd, Oregon City, OR 97045
  • Fred Meyer ( $30, walk ins welcome ) 1839 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, OR 97045

Photo by Pixabay

Find out what's happening in Oregon Cityfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from Oregon City