Fall is here, and it’s time to protect yourself and your family from influenza, commonly known as the flu. Flu can cause more than just a few days of feeling miserable — it can lead to serious complications, hospitalization and even death.
Getting a flu vaccine each year is the best way to help protect yourself and those around you. Flu vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. Even when vaccination doesn’t completely prevent illness, it can help reduce the severity of the flu and lower the risk of serious complications.
Getting vaccinated is especially important for young children, older adults, pregnant women and people with certain health conditions who are at higher risk for complications from influenza. It also helps protect family members and others in our community.
Convenient & Easy
Our drive-thru clinic makes getting your flu vaccine quick and convenient: You stay in your vehicle, roll down your window and let us take care of the rest!
To help keep things moving smoothly, please wear a short-sleeved shirt or clothing that allows easy access to your upper arm. We look forward to helping you and your family stay healthy this flu season!
Annual Drive-Thru Flu Clinic
Our annual drive-thru flu clinic is open to adults and children age 10 and older. It will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. this Friday at Howell County Health Department, 180 S. Kentucky Ave., West Plains
Save time! Complete the consent form online by visiting howellcountyhealth.com and clicking “Immunizations.” Print the completed form and bring it with you. Please also bring your Medicare, Medicaid or insurance card. Vaccines are available regardless of insurance status.
Kids & Families Flu Clinic
We also want to make getting a flu vaccine easy and convenient for our younger community members. From 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 16, we will hold a walk-in clinic.
This special clinic is for kids and families, and children younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No appointment is necessary, just walk in and get protected!
Questions? Call the Howell County Health Department at 417-256-7078.
Make a plan to get your flu vaccine this fall. Protect yourself. Protect your family. Protect your community!
