Staff Report

Dignity Health’s Urgent Care Centers are committed to meeting the health care needs of our community. The flu virus remains one of the Top 10 leading causes of death each year in the US, and this is especially concerning during the current COVID-19 pandemic. 

Now more than ever, it is important to protect yourself, so starting November 9, all six Dignity Health Urgent Care locations are offering No Cost flu shots to adults 18-64 years of age. No appointment is needed but supplies are limited. 

NO COST flu shots begin November 9 at these locations with no appointment needed:

Dignity Health Urgent Care, Solvang

1992 Old Mission Drive, Suite 140, Solvang

Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

The CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu. In addition to getting the flu vaccine here are some recommended safety precautions: 

  • Avoid close contact with those who are sick and stay home if you are
  • Wear a mask when in public
  • Use your elbow to cover cough and sneezes
  • Wash hands thoroughly for 20-seconds and carry hand sanitizer with you to use frequently
  • Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth
  • Disinfect surfaces
  • Ensure you are maintaining a physical distance of 6ft in public spaces
  • If you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, cough, headache muscle and body aches, nausea, shortness of breath, sore throat~ Call your doctor. 

About Dignity Health Central Coast 

Dignity Health Central Coast is comprised of five award-winning hospitals, all recognized for their quality of care, safety and service, primary care offices, premier ambulatory surgery centers, technologically advanced imaging centers, outpatient services, and comprehensive home health services. Hospitals in the Dignity Health Central Coast region are supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to provide additional funding to support new programs and services, as well as to advance the community’s access to health care.  For more information, visit dignityhealth.org/centralcoast.