Flu Shots and the SPH Community
When it comes to the health of the UIC community, we have done what is expected from an academic institution, placing our trust in science and consistently following the recommendations of our world-class experts. Based on such recommendations, and as the October to March flu season approaches, we strongly encourage every member of our UIC and SPH communities – whether on campus or off – to be vaccinated for the flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that this is more important than ever during the current pandemic, and our own experts strongly agree with this recommendation. Vaccination will not only help protect you, your family and our UIC community from seasonal flu, but will also serve to reduce the burden on healthcare systems which are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. The vast majority of people can receive the flu vaccine safely; if you are unsure, please consult with a healthcare professional.
Why I Got a Flu Shot, with SPH Dean Wayne Giles
How to obtain a flu shot
If you are on the Chicago campus, you will be able to get the flu vaccine throughout the month of October. Students and employees can obtain a flu shot at locations on the east and west sides of campus and at John Marshall Law School. An appointment can be made up to three weeks in advance. Please visit the UIC Flu Vaccine webpage for complete information, vaccination locations, and to schedule your appointment. Flu vaccination events and plans for students and employees at UIC’s regional sites in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield and Urbana will be communicated separately by the colleges involved in these sites.
The University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics and some other UI Health units have mandatory vaccine requirements. Individuals in these units will receive direct communication.
If you are learning or working from home or are a retiree and you do not plan to be on campus during this period, we encourage you to obtain your flu shot from your personal healthcare provider, local pharmacy or a city or county health department clinic.