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Kinney Drugs encourages flu vaccinations ahead of holidays

Posted 11/10/26

Kinney Drugs is encouraging St. Lawrence County residents to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of holiday travel and gatherings, citing an early start to the 2026 flu season.

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Kinney Drugs encourages flu vaccinations ahead of holidays

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Kinney Drugs is encouraging St. Lawrence County residents to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of holiday travel and gatherings, citing an early start to the 2026 flu season.

The pharmacy chain said flu vaccination appointments are available at all its locations, with walk-ins welcome. The company said it has an ample supply of vaccines ahead of the holiday season.

Vaccines are available for people ages 2 to 64 in New York and ages 3 to 64 in Vermont. High-dose vaccines also are available for adults 65 and older.

The 2026-27 flu vaccine is a trivalent formulation designed to protect against three flu viruses: A/H1N1, A/H3N2 and B/Victoria lineage.

"Getting protected against illness before people start to gather for the holiday season is important," said John Marraffa, president of Kinney Drugs. "Kinney has plenty of vaccines to help our patients and communities stay healthy."

Older adults, young children, pregnant people and those with chronic conditions, including asthma, diabetes and heart disease, face a higher risk of serious flu complications, according to the company.

Appointments can be scheduled at KinneyDrugs.com or through the Kinney Drugs app by selecting the "Schedule Vax" link. Residents also can contact their local Kinney Drugs pharmacy or visit without an appointment.