Protection from the flu
Each year, the seasonal flu shot is one of the best ways to prevent the flu - and this year is no exception. It is recommended by the CDC1 to take this preventive measure to protect your health and ease the burden on doctors' offices and hospitals.
It's easy.
Flu vaccinations have a good safety record, and provide an added layer of protection for you and those you care about. Our network physicians and care centers exercise a high level of precaution for your peace of mind, so you - and your family - can feel safe when receiving your vaccination. And with your Sutter Health I Aetna plan, you can get the flu vaccination at little or no cost.2
Frequently asked questions and resources
Q. Who should get a flu vaccine?
A. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)1 recommends everyone 6 months and older get the flu vaccine. It is very important for people at higher risk of developing serious flu complications to get the flu vaccine. This includes healthcare workers and caregivers of children younger than 6 months.
Q. What should I do if I have flu symptoms?
A. Stay home and avoid contact with other people (except to get medical care, of course). Flu symptoms include fever, muscle aches, chills, cough, sore throat, fatigue and headache. Contact your doctor if your symptoms worsen.
Q. Where can I get my flu shot?
A. You can get your free or low-cost2 flu shot at any of the following locations. Visit one of the websites below or log in to your member website to find a location closest to you.
1Centers for Disease Control and Prevention flu shot information page. cdc.gov/flu/season
2Not all health services are covered. See plan documents for a complete description of benefits, exclusions, limitations and conditions of coverage. You may be able to receive a flu shot with no out-of-pocket costs to you. Check with your employer to see which option you are eligible for.
Our Collaboration
We’re a healthcare company that brings together Sutter Health’s network of nationally recognized, high-quality† doctors and hospitals with Aetna’s leading health plan expertise, cutting-edge data, analytics and health information technology, and shared care management capabilities. Together we bring a performance network†† to market with a goal to deliver a differentiated and personalized experience for members, designed to improve efficiency and lower the cost of care.
Great care, great value, always there for Northern Californians.
†Many of the hospitals and physician organizations in the Sutter Health network have been recognized for quality achievements from The Joint Commission, The Leapfrog Group®, Integrated Healthcare and APG. ††Performance network refers to a network of providers who are clinically integrated.