Looking for a flu shot in Covington, LA? You can walk into Total Health Urgent Care and get your seasonal flu shot without an appointment. We’re open all seven days, 7 AM to 7 PM. Our clinic is at 73015 Hwy 25, Suite A, near where Hwy 190 meets Hwy 25, so it’s an easy stop for families across the Northshore. Most major insurance plans are billed directly. Paying out of pocket? Reach our front desk at (985) 400-5370 to confirm the current cost.
Where can you get a flu shot near Covington and Mandeville?
For a walk-in flu shot on the Northshore, Total Health Urgent Care is a convenient option, right here in Covington. You skip the appointment and the scheduling hassle entirely. Because we’re open every day including weekends, you can come in on a Saturday or Sunday when the pharmacy line is long or your regular doctor’s office is closed. We see patients from all over St. Tammany Parish, including Mandeville, Madisonville, Abita Springs, Folsom, and Franklinton, so wherever you are on the Northshore, we’re a short drive away.
If you’d rather plan ahead or ask about your specific plan first, our contact page has directions and our phone number. Want to see everything we handle in one visit? Our services page covers flu shots, flu and strep testing, on-site X-ray and lab work, and more.
When should you get your flu shot in Louisiana?
Aim to get your flu shot by the end of October. The CDC recommends vaccination before flu starts spreading widely in your community, and it takes about two weeks after the shot for your body to build up protective antibodies. Get it too late and you may not be fully protected when cases climb.
Here on the Gulf Coast, flu season usually runs from October into spring, with activity peaking anywhere from December through March. In late December 2025, the Louisiana Department of Health reported that more than 7% of statewide emergency room visits were flu-related, a good reminder of how quickly things ramp up here after the holidays. If you missed the October window, go anyway. Getting vaccinated later in the season still helps, since flu can circulate well into spring.
Who should get a flu shot?
Just about everyone. The CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions like a severe allergy to a vaccine ingredient. It’s especially important for people at higher risk of serious flu complications:
- Adults 65 and older (the CDC recommends higher-dose or adjuvanted flu vaccines for this group)
- Pregnant women
- Young children
- People with chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, or heart and lung disease
According to the CDC’s flu prevention guidance, flu vaccination keeps millions of people from getting sick each year and lowers the risk of flu-related hospitalization. A CDC interim analysis for the 2024-2025 season estimated flu vaccines were roughly 41 to 55 percent effective at preventing flu-associated hospitalization in adults. The shot won’t guarantee you never catch the flu, but it stacks the odds strongly in your favor and tends to make illness milder if you do get sick.
How much does a flu shot cost without insurance?
Total Health takes most major insurance and can bill your plan directly. Any copay for your visit is set by your insurer, so it’s worth checking your insurance card or giving us a call before you come in. Paying without insurance? Ring our front desk at (985) 400-5370 to confirm the current self-pay price. You can find more on our pricing and insurance page.
Can you get a flu shot and COVID vaccine at the same time?
Yes, you can. The CDC says it’s safe to receive your COVID-19 vaccine and flu shot at the same visit. When both are given together, the shots go in separate spots, ideally at least an inch apart or in different arms. Doubling up saves you a trip, which is handy heading into the busy fall and winter season.
Do you need an appointment for a flu shot?
Nope, no appointment needed. We run as a true walk-in clinic, so just show up while we’re open, 7 AM to 7 PM, and our team will take it from there. You’re welcome to call ahead with questions, but you never have to book a slot. For most healthy patients, a flu shot is a quick in-and-out visit. If you’re also feeling under the weather, our team can check you out, run urgent care flu and strep testing right there, and get you on your way.
When flu turns serious: most flu is miserable but manageable at home with rest and fluids. But if you or a loved one has trouble breathing, chest pain, sudden dizziness, severe or persistent vomiting, or symptoms that improve then return with a worse fever, seek care right away. For any medical emergency, call 911.
Getting your flu shot on the Northshore
Flu season on the Northshore doesn’t wait for a convenient time, so getting your shot early is one of the simplest things you can do to protect yourself and your family. Total Health makes it easy: walk in seven days a week at our Covington clinic on Hwy 25, a quick drive for anyone in Madisonville, Mandeville, or Abita Springs. Bring your insurance card and walk in whenever it works for you. Getting your shot now means you’re protected before flu really picks up around here.
Flu shot FAQ
Can I walk in for a flu shot without an appointment?
Yes. Total Health Urgent Care is a true walk-in clinic, so you can come in for your flu shot without booking ahead. You can stop by from 7 AM to 7 PM any day, weekends included, at our Covington clinic on Hwy 25.
Does Total Health Urgent Care take insurance?
Yes, we take most major insurance and can bill your plan directly. Since plans handle vaccine coverage differently, ask our front desk how yours covers the flu shot, or call (985) 400-5370 about self-pay.
Which Northshore towns do you serve for flu shots?
We see patients from across St. Tammany Parish, including Covington, Mandeville, Madisonville, Abita Springs, Folsom, and Franklinton. Our Hwy 25 location is a short drive for most of the Northshore.
Can I get a flu shot if I already feel sick?
Come on in and our team can evaluate you first. We can run flu and strep testing on site, then decide with you whether a vaccine makes sense that day or once you’ve recovered.
When is the best time to get a flu shot in Louisiana?
The CDC suggests getting vaccinated by the end of October, because it takes about two weeks to build protection. If you miss that window, a later shot still helps, since flu can circulate into spring here on the Gulf Coast.
This flu guide was put together by the Total Health Urgent Care team, at a clinic founded by Jennifer Duncan, APRN, MSN, FNP-C. The general flu information above is drawn from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and is educational, not a substitute for a visit with a clinician.
