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1030 N Clark St, 4th floor
(312) 943-6964
Seasonal vaccines
2026 Vaccine Updates (as of 9/22/2026)
-The RSV vaccine will be available for infants under 8 months old starting October 1, 2026.
-Injectable flu vaccines and flu mist are currently available. Flu vaccines can be given at well visits, sick visits, and at flu clinics (which can be scheduled through MyChart).
-We have the Moderna Covid vaccine. Covid vaccines can also be given at any visit type
-We are happy to add on siblings for seasonal vaccines, just ask at the front desk during check in
Who needs a covid vaccine?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends:
-all infants ages 6 - 23 months should receive a covid vaccine; the first season they get the vaccine they need two doses, spaced at least 1 month apart
-children ages 2 and over who are at increased risk of severe covid disease, such as those with underlying immune system deficiencies or respiratory diseases
-children ages 2 and over whose parent/guardian desires the vaccines
Who needs an RSV immunization?
-Infants under 8 months who have never received any RSV immunization and whose mother did NOT get the RSV vaccine during pregnancy
-Infants under 8 months who have never received any RSV immunization whose mother got the RSV vaccine less than 14 days prior to delivery
-Infants 8-19 months who have certain high risk criteria which may include
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premature birth, under 32 weeks
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chronic lung disease that required long term steroids, diuretics, or oxygen in the last 6 months
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significant congenital heart disease or pulmonary abnormalities
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severe immune compromise
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Down syndrome or other chromosomal differences
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cystic fibrosis with high risk criteria
Who needs a flu vaccine?
Everyone 6 months and above! Even though the vaccine does not prevent all cases of influenza, it decreases the risk of hospitalization and complications. Studies every year show that ~80% of children who die of the flu did NOT receive the flu vaccine.
What is the difference between flu mist and the injectable flu vaccine?
Both are great options for protection. The injectable flu vaccine is appropriate for anyone age 6 months and above. It is an inactivated/killed virus vaccine. Flu mist is a live attenuated vaccine (weakened virus) that is sprayed into the nostrils. It is approved for ages 2-50 years, though some kids might not fully cooperate until 3-4 years old. Flu mist cannot be given to people with immune deficiencies, certain types of asthma/wheezing, or to anyone who received a live vaccines (MMR, varicella, yellow fever) in the last 28 days.
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