The Seasonal Flu Vaccine is NOW AVAILABLE at Parkside Pediatrics!   We are ready to join with you and start fighting the flu!  This year there is one flu vaccine.  It will provide protection against the seasonal and the H1N1 flu.  Here are answers to the top 2010 Flu questions. Who can receive the Flu Vaccine?  Parkside is pleased to be able to provide the flu vaccine to: ALL patients 6 months and older ALL family members and caregivers (babysitters, grandparents, etc.) When can we get the Flu Vaccine? Anyone (patients and family members) can receive the Flu vaccine during all regularly scheduled appointments (well child checks and sick visits). There are appointments available for nurse visits during the week for those who do not have a scheduled well or sick visit. (please call for appointments) We also will provide Saturday Flu Clinics ; visits will be by appointment only.  Our first Saturday clinic is Saturday SEPTEMBER 18.   Will Parkside file my insurance? Similar to last year, we will file insurance for payment of the flu vaccine and administration of the vaccine for all of our patients only.  Please be aware that flu vaccine and administration may NOT be covered services under your insurance plan, or they are services that may be applied to your deductible or coinsurance, and it is ultimately your financial responsibility. Parents or other caretakers who wish to get vaccinated may do so in our office but we are unable to file insurance for the parent flu vaccine.  The cost is $30. How can I protect my family from getting the flu? The number one way to stay protected is to get a flu vaccine for you, your family and anyone who comes in contact with your family.  Sign up for our e-nesletter for the latest updates and information.  Additional resources are also available for Good Health Habits for Preventing Seasonal Flu.