Flu Vaccine Recommendation

Protecting the health and safety of our campus community is first and foremost on our minds at the University of Denver. Influenza is a serious disease that can be prevented through vaccination. Even healthy people can get the flu and it can be very serious. This year and every year, get vaccinated against the flu. It could save a life.

Annual Vaccination Recommended

Per the US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, the University of Denver recommends all students, faculty, and staff who live, work, and/or attend classes on campus to get an annual influenza vaccination because influenza and COVID-19 illness can cause similar symptoms, occur simultaneously, and pose serious health risks to members of our community.

Get Your Flu Shot!

Seasonal influenza vaccinations are typically available mid-August through April each year.

Students (and employees) can obtain the influenza vaccination through their own healthcare provider and many retail pharmacies, including those near campus. All Affordable Care Act (ACA)–compliant medical insurance plans, including DU’s SHIP and employee health plans, cover influenza vaccination at no cost to the individual.

Students with additional questions should reach out to the DU Health & Counseling Center for assistance at 303-871-2205 or info@hcc.du.edu.
DU faculty and staff members with additional questions should contact their HR Partner, or can review on-campus flu clinic info at www.du.edu/human-resources/content/employee-flu-shots

Colorado Immunization Information System (CIIS)

The University of Denver Health & Counseling Center participates in the Colorado Immunization Information System (CIIS). Immunizations given at the DU HCC will be entered into CIIS. Other information such as past immunization records provided to the DU HCC, gender, and the office where each shot is given will be included in the registry to be sure that your record is accurate and cannot be confused with another patient's. Your address will also be included in the system to allow your health care provider to send you a card to remind you are due for an immunization. All information entered into CIIS is secure and confidential.

Under Colorado State Law, you can exclude your immunization information from participation. If you would like to opt out, please complete the form on the CIIS opt-out procedures page and provide a copy to CIIS as directed on the form.