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Vaccine Information

VHA recommends that Veterans stay up to date on recommended vaccinations (immunizations). Vaccines are extensively tested and monitored for safety and effectiveness. They help reduce the spread of disease and getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of severe illness.

VA Portland Health Care System is offering the 2025-2026 FLU and COVID-19 vaccinations to Veterans, at no cost. Details are below.

 

PLEASE NOTE: There are no drive-thru vaccinations being conducted this season. The vaccine events listed below will only be offering flu shots to Veterans.
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Ways to Get Flu Vaccines for FREE 

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TO SCHEDULE A FLU SHOT: 

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Most scheduled medical appointments  

  • Ask about available vaccine options when you schedule! 

 

Drop-In Visits and Scheduled Appointments at Primary Care Clinics  

  • Vaccines are NOT available at Lincoln City and Newport clinics.
  • Drop-ins are available during the hours below. Wait times may vary
Clinic Locations Drop-in Hours Portland Resident Clinic, Building 103 | Portland Women’s Health Clinic, Building 104 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Wed: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Vancouver | Fairview | Hillsboro | Salem | Bend | West Linn | Loren R. Kaufman VA Clinic (Dalles) Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Astoria Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Closed 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. daily) Portland VA Clinic (CRRC) Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Thu: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Ways to Get COVID-19 Vaccinations for FREE

COVID-19 vaccines are NOT AVAILABLE on a walk-in basis. COVID-19 vaccines are available at:

  • Scheduled primary care appointments, excluding clinics in Newport and Lincoln City.
  • Some scheduled medical appointments. Please ask about available vaccine options when you schedule! 

Community Care Network (CCN) Partners

  • Costco, CVS, Rite Aid, Safeway, and Walmart retail pharmacies* offer FREE flu and COVID-19 vaccines to VA enrolled Veterans who have received care from VA or an in-network CCN provider in the last 24 months.
  • IMPORTANT! COVID-19 vaccine availability and/or prescription requirements may vary by state and CCN partner.
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*Disclaimer of Endorsement: This is a partial list of CCN partners provided as a courtesy of VA Portland Health Care System. We are not affiliated with any of these listed vendors, and as a federal agency, cannot endorse, recommend, or imply a referral. View all in-network pharmacies and urgent care providers at www.va.gov/find-locations. 

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Information About Adult Vaccinations 

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To decide which vaccines are right for you, look at the VA recommendation charts for Men and Women and talk to your health care team. It is not unusual for adults to need more than one vaccination at an office visit. When this occurs, VHA recommends getting all needed vaccines at the same visit. The most common vaccinations administered by VA Portland Health Care System are listed below.   

  • COVID-19
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Herpes Zoster (shingles)
  • HPV (human papilloma virus)
  • Influenza (flu)
  • MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella)
  • Meningococcal
  • Pneumococcal
  • RSV (respiratory syncytial virus)
  • Td (tetanus, diphtheria)
  • Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough)
  • Varicella (chickenpox) 

For questions or to schedule a vaccination/s appointment: 

To download, scan the QR code below: 

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  • Visit this site to learn about the flu, how to avoid flu, flu vaccines, treatment, and more.

  • Recommendations for preventive services depend on your age, sex, health status, and family history. Learn more and check out the Preventive Care Recommendation Charts for men and women that list recommended screening tests and immunizations for Veterans.

  • A health resource you can trust that helps Veterans stay well and well-informed. The Veterans Health Library contains health, medication, and vaccine information sheets, educational videos, interactive workbooks, and decision aid tools.

  • Learn about vaccine basics, including how they are developed and approved, how they work, possible side effects, the diseases they prevent, and vaccination schedules for you and your family, based on age groups.

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