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Immunizations
Your local Hen House Pharmacy carries all common immunizations.
General information
- We accept most pharmacy insurances
- All adult vaccines are available – if you don’t see a recommended vaccine in this list, please call the vaccine hotline at 913-321-3663 ext. 3422 or your pharmacy to inquire about a specific vaccine!
- If you need vaccines for international travel, please visit our travel clinic page!
- COVID-19 Vaccines: For the most up to date information, please visit our COVID-19 Vaccine page!
Flu Shots
- Available each year from approximately September 1st – February 28th
- Recommended for everyone over the age of 6 months – Hen House pharmacists can vaccinate ages 6 years and older at Kansas stores
- Most insurances cover the flu shot at no cost to you! We can bill Medicare Part B for your shot.
Shingles vaccine
- Also called herpes zoster, shingles is caused by the same virus as chicken pox. It is estimated that 95% of the US population over the age of 18 has been exposed to the virus.
- Recommended for all adults over the age of 50 years, although people aged 19-49 with certain conditions can also receive the vaccine
- Approximately 1 in 3 people will get shingles – the vaccine decreases your risk of getting shingles by 90%!
Pneumococcal vaccine
- This is sometimes referred to as the pneumonia vaccine, but it also protects against meningitis and blood infections!
- All adults ≥ 65 years who have not previously received a pneumococcal conjugate vaccine or precious vaccination history unknown should receive it
- Additionally, a pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for adults aged 19-64 with heart, lung or kidney disease, people with diabetes, and people who smoke if they have not received a conjugate pneumococcal vaccine or previous vaccines are unknown
- Medicare Part B patients have no charge if primary insurance
Pertussis (Whooping cough) vaccine
- Recommended for adults over the age of 18 who have not yet received a pertussis booster, especially recommended for adults in close contact with infants or children
- Also includes protection against tetanus (lockjaw) and diphtheria
Hepatitis B vaccine
- Recommended for adults ages 19-59 years
- Those >60 years with certain chronic conditions should also receive a series
- Also recommended for anyone at risk of exposure to blood or bodily fluids, especially healthcare or public safety workers
Medication Sync
Schedule a consultation at one of our travel clinics and learn what immunizations you may need before your big trip.
Travel Clinic
Schedule a consultation at one of our travel clinics and learn what immunizations you may need before your big trip.
Which Hen House Pharmacies offer these services?
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Blackbob Hen House
13600 S Blackbob, Olathe, KS 66062 (913) 782-2039
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 am-7 pm, Saturday 9 am-5 pm, Sunday 11 am-3 pm -
Deer Creek
6900 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66223 (913) 814-9355
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 am-8 pm, Saturday 9 am-5 pm, Sunday 11 am-3 pm -
Village Market Hen House Market
6950 Mission Road, Prairie Village KS, 66208 (913) 362-3100
Hours: Monday – Friday 9 am-7 pm, Saturday 9 am-5 pm, Sunday 11 am-3 pm
Why schedule a consultation at our travel clinic before your trip?
- Millions of US residents travel abroad each year, but only a few receive the recommended immunizations prior to departure!
- Receiving recommended immunizations will help keep you and your travel companions healthy during your trip.
- The specially-trained pharmacists at our clinic can help you prepare for an upcoming trip by reviewing your travel itinerary and providing personalized recommendations based on your destinations.
- Our pharmacies use a database that is updated daily with information from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- In-depth travel consultations are also available at our travel clinic for $35 per session.
- We recommend a one-on-one consultation if you are a novice international traveler, if you are traveling to rural or remote areas, or if you will be traveling for at least 14 days.
- We accept most major insurance plans and offer competitive pricing with other local pharmacies, physician offices, and health departments.
- Many preventative vaccines are covered by prescription insurance plans, but some travel vaccines are not. We will attempt to bill all recommended vaccines and provide you with a price quote before you receive the service.
Who should have a travel consultation?
- We serve all types of patients!
- Individuals and families
- Mission trip volunteers
- Students traveling or studying abroad
- Routine vaccinations
- Consultations and vaccinations are available at our clinic by appointment.
When should I schedule my appointment?
- We recommend scheduling your personal consultation as soon as your travel itinerary is set.
- Although most vaccines become effective in one to two weeks, some require multiple doses and up to six months to be fully effective!
- Most travelers should have a consultation at least 4 to 6 weeks before departure.
What information will I receive during a one-on-one travel consultation?
- General health consultation
- Our pharmacists will review your health history, vaccine history, trip itinerary, and general precautionary measures based on your destination
- Our travel health specialists will provide you with relevant information based on your travel destinations, including:
- Malaria and dengue fever prevention
- Food and water-borne illnesses
- Parasitic infection prevention
- General preventive measures to stay healthy while traveling
- Custom report of immunizations recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) based on your travel destination
- Prescription consultation to prevent diseases that you may be exposed to during your trip, such as malaria or traveler’s diarrhea.
- We will work with your primary care provider to obtain all appropriate prescriptions needed.
- Travel supplies
- From the common (sunscreen, travel-sized products, first aid kits, insect repellant) to the uncommon (mosquito netting, water purification tablets), our travel clinic pharmacists can recommend a variety of products to promote safe and healthy travels!
Which travel vaccines are available?
- Most vaccines are available for order within one business day. We routinely stock many of the following immunizations:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Influenza
- Japanese Encephalitis
- Meningococcal
- Pneumococcal
- Polio booster
- Rabies (pre- and post-exposure)
- Tetanus/Diphtheria
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis
- Typhoid Fever
- Yellow Fever (state-certified)
What forms of payment are accepted?
Payment is required at the time of service. Our travel clinic accepts cash, personal check, and credit or debit cards.
Medicare Review
During open enrollment or when you turn 65, your Hen House Pharmacy can help with your Medicare Part D reviews! Visit your local pharmacy for more details.
On-Site Services
We offer a variety of vaccine clinics and health screenings as mobile services at your workplace, school or elsewhere.
Flavor Rx
Can’t stomach the flavor of your medication? Our pharmacists can add flavoring to your liquid medications for $2.99.
Annual Review
Our pharmacists can help with annual medication reviews for your insurance or other needs.
Residency
Our Community-Based Pharmacy Residency program offers specialized post-graduate training for pharmacists at three Balls Foods locations.
About the Community Residency Position
The Community Pharmacy Residency Program with Balls Food Stores was established in July 2001 in partnership with the University of Missouri-Kansas City, then expanded to second position in 2004 through a partnership with the University of Kansas. A third position was added in 2012 through the University of Kansas. The residency positions have been ASHP-APhA accredited since 2005. The residency spans over a period of 12 months starting at the end of June. The resident will be employed by Balls Food Stores and receives a weekly salary and comprehensive health benefits. Other benefits include two week paid vacation, paid holidays, and travel allowance to attend regional and national meetings or training opportunities. A designated office work area is provided for the resident including a computer, telephone, bookshelf, file cabinet, and desk space as well as a laptop with mobile broadband access. Balls Food Stores precepts APPE students from area schools of pharmacy, allowing the resident to interact with student pharmacists throughout the year. There is also the opportunity for didactic teaching at their associated school of pharmacy as well as the option to complete a teaching certificate program.
Resident Activities
- Employee wellness through the Balls Start Now program
- Conduct monthly to quarterly coaching visits with 25-50 assigned patients through the diabetes & cardiovascular disease management program
- Conduct Know Your Risk, Know Your Numbers (KYRKYN) biometric screenings for employees and spouses
- Facilitate Balls Food Stores employee participation in all Start Now program requirements
- Immunizations including travel health vaccinations and community-based immunization clinics
- Medication Therapy Management (MTM) including complete and targeted medication reviews
- Educational programs for the community, other healthcare providers, and future practitioners
- Practice management including development and implementation of programs, marketing, compensation strategies, and managerial functions
- Complete a practice-based research project
- Longitudinal ambulatory care experience opportunities with Pharmacy Practice faculty at the affiliated university