Flu Shots

The flu can have a serious impact on the health of our communities. Getting a flu shot is a personal decision and should be discussed with your doctor or healthcare provider.

If you or a family member has flu symptoms, please visit an Urgent Care location or see a doctor online 24/7 with an Ochsner Connected Anywhere Virtual Visit.

We also offer a 24/7 Ochsner On Call nurse care line, at 1-800-231-5257.

Convenient Ways to Get a Flu Shot at Ochsner LSU

1. Make an appointment with a primary care or pediatric physician

Ochsner LSU Health primary care and pediatric physicians offer flu shots by appointment at our health centers in North Louisiana. A physician or advanced practice provider will be on site to answer individual questions about the flu vaccine.

To schedule an appointment:

• Schedule online through our secure patient portal, MyOchsner
• Find a primary care doctor

2. Visit an Urgent Care location

Find an Urgent Care location near you.

Our urgent care locations can give flu shots to adults and children 6 months and older.

About the flu vaccine

The flu vaccine can lessen the severity of illness in the very young and very old, along with those with conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and chronic respiratory illnesses. Since the flu vaccine can decrease the severity of the illness, particularly those who are medically vulnerable, the flu vaccine can lead to decreased hospitalization and mortality.

Think you have the flu?

If you are experiencing flu symptoms, call Ochsner On Call at 1-800-231-5257. This is a free service with specially trained registered nurses available to discuss your health care concerns, to help you decide if your symptoms require going to the emergency room for assessment or a visit to a physician, and to recommend appropriate self-care techniques.

Remember to wash your hands frequently and cover your mouth when sneezing and coughing to help limit spreading the virus to others.