LONG COUNTY – Maximum protection, minimum hassle – that’s the goal of the Long County Health Department’s two flu shot events happening this fall.

No appointment is needed for these special events, and flu vaccine will be available for ages 6 months and older. Many private health insurance plans are accepted, and no-cost flu shots will be offered for individuals without insurance coverage.

• Drive-thru Event, September 25, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.: No need to leave your car for this drive-thru event. Just roll down your car window and roll up your sleeve in the Long County Health Department parking lot at 584 N. Macon Street in Ludowici.
• Flu Shot Clinic, October 30, 8:30 a.m.5:30 p.m.: This flu shot clinic will be held inside the Long County Health Department. Just come on in – no appointment is needed.

If you cannot make one of these events, flu vaccinations are also available every clinic day at the Long County Health Department by appointment. Schedule an appointment by calling 912-545-2107.

Annual flu vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. Vaccine protection is particularly important for those at high risk of complications from flu, including adults 65 and older, children younger than five, pregnant women, people with weakened immune systems, and people with chronic health conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and heart disease.

For other flu vaccination events happening in the Coastal Health District, visit coastalhealthdistrict.org/flu.