It’s Not Too Late to Get Your Flu Shot

Han Su on February 7, 2020

It’s not too late to get a date for Valentine’s Day 😉 and it is not too late to get your flu shot! Reports are showing that February 2020 is going to be the worst month for the flu.

This flu season is shaping up to be one of the worst in decades, according to the United States’ top infectious disease doctor. Even though the flu season is well underway, the worst could still be ahead, so the CDC advises everyone older than 6 months to get a flu shot. – Elizabeth Cohen and John Bonifield, CNN.

The Hospitalist also states that the peak month of flu activity occurs most often in February.

Han Flu-Shot the Sheriff

Flu Shots at 501 Pharmacy

If you have not gotten your flu shot, don’t wait any longer. At 501 Pharmacy, we are able to administer flu shots to patients 14 and up. We currently have plenty of vaccines available. Flu shots are just $34.99 for cash-paying patients but are generally free with most insurances. No appointments needed! Stop by 501 Pharmacy Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., or on Saturday between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., to get your flu shot.

Getting the flu shot is not just about protecting yourself, it also helps the community. When you get the flu shot, you are helping to keep higher-risk seniors and young children, who may not be able to get the vaccine, safe.

Influenza or the flu is a very serious disease that can lead to hospitalization or even death. Every flu season is unique and the flu affects everyone differently. Even a person who is very healthy can get sick from the flu or a flu-related illness and spread it to others. Stop by 501 Pharmacy and get your flu shot today.

Dry Skin? Try Gloves In A Bottle

Han Su on December 11, 2019

Got dry skin? Come by 501 Pharmacy and try a squirt from our tester bottle of Gloves In A Bottle before purchasing your own! A little goes a long way and we know you, and your hands, are going to love it.

Han Flu-Shot the Sheriff… and You Should Be Next

Han Su on November 12, 2019

Han flu-shot the Chatham County Sheriff Mike Roberson and then he flu-shot the sheriff’s wife!

Han Flu-Shot the Sheriff

Sheriff Roberson understands how important getting your flu shot is and there is still time for you to get yours.

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Flu Shots at 501 Pharmacy

At 501 Pharmacy, we are able to administer flu shots to patients 14 and up. We currently have plenty of vaccines available. Flu shots are just $34.99 for cash-paying patients but are generally free with most insurances. No appointments needed! Stop by 501 Pharmacy Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., or on Saturday between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., to get your flu shot.

Why Should You Get the Flu Shot?

Influenza or the flu is a very serious disease that can lead to hospitalization or even death. Every flu season is unique and the flu affects everyone differently. Even a person who is very healthy can get sick from the flu or a flu-related illness and spread it to others.

Getting the flu shot is not just about protecting yourself, it also helps the community. When you get the flu shot, you are helping to keep higher-risk seniors and young children, who may not be able to get the vaccine, safe.

Who Should Get the Flu Shot?

Everyone who is six months or older should get the flu vaccine every season. These flu shots are also approved for use in pregnant women and people with chronic health conditions.

The only people who should not get a flu shot are those that are younger than six months of age or who have life-threatening allergies to the flu vaccine or any ingredient that is in the vaccine. If you have an allergy to eggs or any of the ingredients in the vaccine, you should talk to your doctor about your allergy before getting the flu shot. If you are not feeling well, you should talk to your doctor about your symptoms before you get the flu shot or wait until you are feeling better.

 

We’ve Updated Our App: Download RxLocal

Han Su on September 18, 2019

Previously called the 501 Pharmacy App, we have switched over to the RxLocal App to make things easier for our patients and to provide you with even more benefits! The RxLocal App brings the best features of 501 Pharmacy right to the palm of your hand.  With the app, you are able to order and manage you and your family’s medications, text our pharmacy team, set reminders to pick up or request refills, and more! Convenience is key and our patient app makes it easier for you to interact with 501 Pharmacy from all your smart devices.

Download the 501 Pharmacy App

How to Download the App

Click on the links below to download the RxLocal App for free for iPhone or for Android or text RXLOCAL to 64890. Then follow the step-by-step instructions below.

  1. Select “Register for an Account Now”
  2. Select North Carolina and Chapel Hill for the State and City
  3. Choose 501 Pharmacy
  4. Input your Last Name, Rx Number, and Date of Birth
  5. Input Username and Password
  6. Set Pin Number

How to Refill Medications Through the App

  1. Once you login to the app, select “Refill Medications”
  2. Click on the person who is needing to refill the medication
  3. Choose one or multiple medications needed to be refilled
  4. Select “Pick Up” or “Delivery” for your medication, then select “Submit Refill”
  5. Receive a confirmation email

How to Set up Reminders in the App

  1. Once you login to the app, select “Reminders”
  2. Touch “Create New Reminder”
  3. Select the person for whom you are creating a reminder
  4. Select the medication that you wish to create a reminder for and touch “Continue”
  5. Use the tabs at the top to select the frequency of your reminder and touch “Continue”
  6. Set up the reminder time and touch “Save Reminder”

Make Sure You are Registered for the RxLocal Patient Portal

Sign up or sign in to the Patient Portal at the button below.

Regular Flu Shots Available at 501 Pharmacy

Han Su on September 12, 2019

It’s that time of year again, time to get your flu shot and we recommend making it a family affair! At 501 Pharmacy we are able to administer flu shots to patients 14 and up. We currently have plenty of vaccines available. Flu shots are just $34.99 for cash-paying patients but are generally free with most insurances. No appointments needed! Stop by 501 Pharmacy Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., or on Saturday between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., to get your flu shot.

High Dose Flu Shots Coming Soon

High dose flu shots are not in yet but should be here by the end of September. They reformulated the vaccine which has delayed us getting it at 501 Pharmacy. High dose flu shots are usually 100% covered by insurance. If you are not sure if you need a high dose flu shot or the regular flu shot, talk to someone on our team and they can help.

Why Should You Get the Flu Shot?

Influenza or the flu is a very serious disease that can lead to hospitalization or even death. Every flu season is unique and the flu affects everyone differently. Even a person who is very healthy can get sick from the flu or a flu-related illness and spread it to others.

Getting the flu shot is not just about protecting yourself, it also helps the community. When you get the flu shot, you are helping to keep higher-risk seniors and young children, who may not be able to get the vaccine, safe.

Who Should Get the Flu Shot?

Everyone who is six months or older should get the flu vaccine every season. These flu shots are also approved for use in pregnant women and people with chronic health conditions.

The only people who should not get a flu shot are those that are younger than six months of age or who have life-threatening allergies to the flu vaccine or any ingredient that is in the vaccine. If you have an allergy to eggs or any of the ingredients in the vaccine, you should talk to your doctor about your allergy before getting the flu shot. If you are not feeling well, you should talk to your doctor about your symptoms before you get the flu shot or wait until you are feeling better.