Dear Georgetown University Community Members,
It is not too late to get your flu or COVID-19 vaccines this fall, if you haven’t done so already.
As flu season intensifies, and with another COVID-19 surge anticipated this winter, getting a vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and others, and to prevent serious illness.
Like eating healthy foods, exercising and getting enough sleep, getting vaccinated is one of the safest preventive measures available.
We are happy to provide additional opportunities for you to get your COVID-19 and flu vaccines, or any other vaccines you may need.
Through our collaboration with Safeway Pharmacy we will offer two additional vaccine clinics in November.
Hilltop Campus:
- Tuesday, November 7: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Bulldog Alley, Leavey Center)
Law Center:
- Monday, November 6: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Eric E. Hotung International Law Building)
Available Vaccines
At our on-campus clinics, you will be able to get your annual flu vaccination, including the high-dose flu vaccine designed for individuals 65 and older, and the updated COVID-19 vaccine. There is no need to space out the flu and COVID-19 vaccines if you are eligible for and planning on getting the latest COVID-19 dose.
You will also be able to get other common vaccinations, such as shingles; pneumonia; and diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough (DTaP). Please talk to your health care provider to see which vaccinations are right for you.
Health Insurance Coverage
Please note that you will need to provide your health insurance information at this year’s vaccine clinics. The Student Health Insurance Premier Plan and most health insurance plans cover seasonal flu and COVID-19 vaccines at no cost. Regardless of your insurance plan, flu and COVID-19 vaccines will be available at no cost to you at our on-campus clinics. However, you will be responsible for covering co-pays or costs associated with any vaccines other than flu or COVID-19.
For individuals covered under a Georgetown University-sponsored health plan, you can learn more about getting your vaccine on the following websites:
- Kaiser Permanente
- CareFirst
- UnitedHealthcare
- CVS Caremark Rx(for CareFirst and UHC members)
Scheduling a Vaccination Appointment
You can schedule your vaccination appointment on the Safeway Pharmacy website by following the steps below:
- On the “Vaccine Scheduler” landing page, click “Proceed to Booking.”
- On the next page, enter your date of birth and zip code, and click “Continue.”
- Select the vaccine(s) that you wish to receive, and click “Continue.”
- Select the vaccine clinic location, date and time for your appointment, and click “Continue.”
- Enter your personal information, and click “Continue.” (Note: You will be asked a number of required questions. This information is for Safeway Pharmacy’s use as part of regulatory reporting and will not be shared with Georgetown University.)
- Review your personal information and appointment details, including location, date and time, and provide your immunization consent. Click “Submit” when you are finished, and you will receive a confirmation email.
- Please bring your GOCard and health insurance cards with you to your appointment.
Find a Vaccine Appointment Near You
Vaccines.gov has a flu vaccine finder and COVID-19 vaccine finder to help locate a vaccination appointment at a pharmacy or health clinic near you.
Contact
We hope that you have a healthy and safe fall and winter. Please email hoyavaxa@georgetown.edu if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Kathryn Castle, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President for Student Health
Charles DeSantis
Associate Vice President of Benefits and Wellness, Chief Benefits Officer
Ranit Mishori, M.D., MHS, MSc, FAAFP
Professor of Family Medicine, Vice President and Chief Public Health Officer