Flu prevention during peak season

Seven weeks into the average 13-week flu season, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports influenza activity is continuing at elevated levels with 43 states having high or widespread flu activity. It also still recommends that people should receive a flu shot to help protect themselves from the flu, or at the very least, lessen flu symptoms.

Winn-Dixie offers four convenient options for the influenza vaccine to ensure each customer receives the right level of protection. One can choose between a standard vaccination or an intradermal influenza vaccination administered with a microneedle that is 90-percent smaller than traditional needles. Those looking for added protection can select the high-dose option if they’re 65 years of age and older or the Quadravalent vaccination that protects against four different strains of the virus, as compared to the standard three.

“Our Winn-Dixie pharmacy offers customers a quick, convenient and friendly environment to take control of their health,” said John Fegan, Winn-Dixie pharmacy vice president. “Our pharmacists are available to answer any questions, and to help ensure that each customer chooses the best vaccine option to help protect themselves and their families from the virus.”

Customers can conveniently secure a flu shot in any Winn-Dixie in-store pharmacy on a walk-in basis or schedule an appointment online at www.winndixie.com/pharmacy. Winn-Dixie customers enrolled in the Prescription Drug Plan will enjoy more savings off the normal cost of the vaccination. Additionally, Winn-Dixie is rewarding its customers for getting their flu shot now through Jan. 20 and Jan. 28 to Feb. 3 by providing a $10 gift card or $0.50 off per gallon of gas with fuelperks! when they get their vaccination at any one of its pharmacies.

• Standard influenza vaccination - $24.99 with Prescription Drug Plan
• Intradermal vaccination - $24.99 with Prescription Drug Plan
• Quadravalent vaccination - $29.99 with Prescription Drug Plan
• High-dose vaccination - $44.99 with Prescription Drug Plan

Influenza vaccinations are covered by most insurance plans, including Tri-Care and Medicare. There is no out-of-pocket expense for customers with Medicare Part B coverage. Talk to your local Winn-Dixie pharmacist, or visit www.winndixie.com/pharmacy for more information about the best option for you, about the additional vaccines available at Winn-Dixie pharmacy locations or to schedule an appointment for your immunization.

Media Contact:
Meredith Holland
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.
(904) 234-3293 (cell)
MeredithHolland@sjp.com