“Can a child get a flu shot at a pharmacy?”
My son is 8 years old and I want him to get the flu shot. Can he get a flu shot at a pharmacy?
6 Answers
Dr. Bin S. Sung
Pediatrician
It depends on the pharmacy. Different pharmacies have different policies for children receiving vaccines there.
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Yes. There is no difference.
Many pharmacies offer flu shots for kids, but keep in mind, the experience level of pharmacists varies widely. I would rather have a shot given by a nurse with years of experience, rather than a pharmacist who had a one hour in-service.
It depends on the pharmacy. Most are comfortable giving the shot to someone his age.
