October 24, 2023
Kansas City, Kan.—Fall is here, and so are health system seasonal vaccines. The University of Kansas Health System recommends vaccinations as safe and effective preventive care. Stay current on immunizations to protect yourself, your loved ones and your community.
Annual flu shot in Kansas City
Current patients should contact their primary care provider’s office to schedule a flu vaccination for important protection against influenza. Some offices offer special hours for vaccinations. In most cases, a flu vaccine is given in a brief injection-only visit. You do not need a full office visit.
You may choose to receive your flu vaccine at a community provider. MyChart users, please record this information in your account to keep your care team up to date.
Have a scheduled visit coming up soon? Ask your provider for your vaccination then.
COVID-19 vaccination in Kansas City
The health system is beginning COVID-19 vaccinations in October. Current patients should contact their primary care provider to receive the updated COVID-19 vaccine by appointment. The FDA-approved 2023-2024 vaccines offer maximum protection from severe illness against current COVID-19 strains.
You may choose to receive your COVID-19 vaccine at a community provider. MyChart users, send proof of vaccination to your health system care team through MyChart to update your record.
Have a scheduled visit coming up soon? Ask your provider for your vaccination then.
Flu and COVID-19 vaccinations in Great Bend
In Great Bend, flu shots are available for anyone who needs one at The University of Kansas Health System Convenient Care Walk-In Clinic at St. Rose Medical Pavilion. Convenient care hours are 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. No appointment is needed.
Flu shots are also available by appointment at Great Bend Family Medicine. Call 620-792-2511 to schedule.
Adult patients may also receive their COVID-19 vaccination at St. Rose Medical Pavilion. Call 620-792-2511 to schedule. Contact the Barton County Health Department for pediatric COVID-19 vaccines.
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For additional information about COVID-19, including prevention, symptoms, testing and treatment, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.