Now Is the Time to Get a Flu Shot

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Help fight the flu. Get your flu shot at no cost!

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses. Getting a flu vaccine during 2020-2021 will be more important than ever!

The County is offering free influenza vaccinations to County employees at various worksites beginning Sept. 22. Face coverings and social distancing are required. Appointments are highly encouraged..

View the Schedule and Make an Appointment Now

Good news! Additional flu shots events are also available through Kaiser Permanente and UnitedHealthcare.

Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County public health officer, Getting a flu shot in 2017.

Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County public health officer, Getting a flu shot in 2017.

Tips to Stay Healthy

In addition to getting vaccinated, people should also do the following to avoid getting sick:

  • Wash hands thoroughly and often

  • Use hand sanitizers

  • Stay away from sick people

  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth

  • Clean commonly touched surfaces

  • If you are sick, stay home and avoid contact with others

Please note:  Appointments at secured locations are limited to staff with access to the work site. (This includes Sheriff and Psychiatric Hospital locations).