All during the month of October the Lassen County Public Health Department will be offering flu clinics at various locations across the county.
This free flu shot clinic is a great opportunity to protect yourself and your family against the flu without having to schedule an appointment. These free clinics are for anyone ages 2-years and older.
Public Health will be providing flu clinics at the following dates and locations:
Drive Thru Clinic at Jensen Hall
October 5th, 9am to 5:30p
Juniper Ridge School in Termo
October 7th, 1pm to 3pm
Susanville Supermarket IGA
October 11th, 2pm to 4pm
Big Valley Health Center
October 12th, 10am to 2pm
Westwood One Stop
October 14th, 1 to 4pm
Eagle Lake Village
October 17th, 9 to 11am
Spaulding Community Center
October 18th, 9 to 11am
Fort Sage One Stop
October 21st, 9 to 11am
Doyle Community Center
October 21st, 1 to 3:30pm
Eskaton Manor in Susanville
October 28th, 2 to 4pm
There will also be a clinic at Lassen Senior Center on another date, which will be announced later.
The Center for Disease Control recommends that everyone age 6-months and older get the flu vaccine each year. Seasonal flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by flu viruses. It spreads between people and can cause mild to severe illness. In some severe cases, the flu can lead to death. In the United States, flu season occurs in the fall and winter and usually peaks in January or February.
Some flu related complications include pneumonia and dehydration. Certain groups are more likely to experience these complications including seniors, children and people with chronic health conditions. Therefore, it is important to take preventative measures to avoid the flu.
You can defeat the flu by getting vaccinated and washing your hands. It is important to stay home if you do become sick to help your body recover and to prevent infecting others.
For more information about the Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic contact the Lassen County Public Health Department at 530-251-8183.
