Yes, the COVID-19 vaccine and flu vaccine may be given at the same time.

Yes, it is safe to receive the COVID-19 vaccine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that all pregnant and lactating individuals receive an updated COVID-19 vaccine, and lists COVID-19 as one of four vaccines routinely recommended during pregnancy (alongside Tdap, influenza, and RSV).

Stanford Medicine recommends that persons who have had COVID-19 in the last 90 days discuss COVID-19 vaccination with their primary care physician if they are uncertain regarding vaccination.

The CDC has proposed the following guidance:

• Persons who have had a severe allergic reaction to any ingredient in a COVID-19 vaccine should not get that specific vaccine.
• Vaccine providers should observe patients after vaccination to monitor for the occurrence of immediate adverse reactions:
  • Persons with a history of anaphylaxis: 30 minutes
  • All other persons: 15 minutes
• This recommendation does not apply to persons with other severe allergic reactions (for example, food allergies).

Stanford Medicine recommends that persons with a history of anaphylaxis or severe allergic reactions discuss COVID-19 vaccination with their primary care physician. Visit the CDC COVID-19 vaccine contraindications and precautions page for further guidance.

Contact your insurance provider to see if they cover flu vaccines. Most do. Stanford Health Care will bill your insurance after vaccination.