Where and When (to get vaccinated)  

Currently, both seasonal and H1N1 flu vaccines are available in extremely limited supply. During periods of short supply, difficult decisions must be made regarding prioritization of eligibility to receive vaccine. Gannett shares your frustration under such circumstances.

Students, particularly those at high risk, are the first priority for vaccination by Gannett. This is based both on Gannett’s accountability to students as their primary care provider and on the expectation that staff and faculty members would be able to get vaccine from their primary care providers. Revisions to this approach are based on continual updates regarding alternative community sources and are put into practice to ensure that Gannett does all that it can to best meet the needs of the Cornell community with the resources available. 

We are all anxiously awaiting additional supply of vaccine. In the meantime, before seeking vaccination, please review information about how the seasonal flu vaccine and H1N1 flu vaccines are being prioritized at Cornell. Information about eligibility and availability is updated continually. When Gannett receives more vaccine, we will be able to offer vaccination to a wider list of priority groups.

Flu vaccination at Gannett Health Services

Seasonal flu vaccine options 

• Seasonal flu SHOT: Gannett’s supply of seasonal flu shots is very limited at this time. Learn whether you might be eligible to receive a seasonal flu shot at Gannett. All staff and faculty members who are ineligible for FluMist should contact their personal health care providers or local health department for a flu shot. Those at high risk who are unable to get vaccinated elsewhere, can call Gannett at 255-5155 to discuss your options.        
• Seasonal flu MIST: Gannett has plenty of seasonal flu mist. If you are eligible for FluMist, call 255-5155 to schedule an individual flu vaccine appointment.

Cost: Seasonal flu vaccine is FREE to enrolled Cornell students, staff, and faculty. Cornell retirees are also eligible. Cost of the vaccine for student spouses, same-sex partners, and children over the age of 14 is $30. 

H1N1 flu vaccine options

• H1N1 flu SHOT: Gannett is OUT of H1N1 flu shots at this time. We expect to receive additional supply over the coming weeks. Please check this site often for updates, including when the shots will be available again and who is eligible at that time. 
• H1N1 flu MIST: Gannett has a very limited supply of H1N1 flu mist. At this time, it is only available to students meeting certain criteria recommended by the CDC. If you are eligible for FluMist, call 255-5155 to schedule an individual flu vaccine appointment.

Cost: H1N1 flu vaccine is FREE to enrolled Cornell students, staff, and faculty. Cornell retirees are also eligible. Cost of the vaccine for student spouses, same-sex partners, and children over the age of 14 is $10. 

Flu vaccination off-campus

Vaccine is also available from local private health care providers and at some county clinics. If you are seeking other flu shot resources, please contact the Tompkins County Health Department or consult your primary care provider.