Immunizations
Allergy Shots are not available.
Walk-ins are available Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., for active duty service members and beneficiaries being seen inside the clinic with same-day appointments.
Closed noon - 1 p.m. daily.
TB Skin Test Readings may walk in Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; closed noon - 1 p.m. daily.
All immunization patients will need to check-in at the Primary Care Clinic front desk.
A valid military ID card is required for all visits.
Active duty soldiers scheduled to PCS to OCONUS assignments and those deploying overseas require a DA 4036-R from their unit. Vaccinations cannot be given without this form.
Alabama Blue Cards
Alabama Blue Cards are issued in this clinic. Alabama law requires students to have a current Blue Card to be enrolled in public schools.
How to request a Blue Card:
- Online Submission Request - click the link to submit a request online for a Blue Card.
- Or a drop box is located near the Primary Care Clinic check-in kiosks where you can fill out a form and drop in the box to request a Blue Card.
- The immunization nurse will prepare the Blue Cards and notify you within 72 business hours to pick up the card. When returning for pick up, please pull a ticket at the PCC Check-in Kiosk when you arrive.
Influenza Vaccine
Active Duty Service Members
Active duty, National Guard, and Reserve members are required to get the flu vaccine.
When you get a flu vaccine from anywhere besides Lyster Army Health Clinic, follow your service policy guidance for recording the vaccine in your shot record. You'll need the following information:
- The date the vaccine was administered
- The vaccine name or code
- Manufacturer
- Lot number
Flu Campaign Schedule
Click the
Flu Campaign flyer to view dates for 2025-2026.
Other Options for Getting the Flu Vaccine
If you’re unable to get the flu vaccine here, you can visit any participating network pharmacy or TRICARE-authorized (civilian) provider. Visit
www.tricare.mil/flu to learn more.
COVID-19 Vaccine
The CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against the potentially serious outcomes of COVID-19 illness.
FDA-approved or authorized COVID-19 vaccines are currently available to all U.S. citizens and residents. Visit the CDC website for more information.
Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine
Visit
Where can I get the COVID-19 vaccine? | TRICARE to learn more about options on where you can receive the COVID-19 Vaccine.
Concerns about the vaccine?
Speak with a Vaccine Expert. You may contact the DHA-Immunization Healthcare Support Center at 877-GET-VACC (877-438-8222) option 1, or Defense Switched Network (DSN) 761-4245, option 1, if you have questions about the vaccines or about an adverse event following vaccination.
Questions? Visit our
Frequently Asked Questions.
Visit the CDC Website for up to date
COVID-19 information.