Walk-in flu clinics Oct. 10 and Oct. 30.

Walk-in flu clinics Oct. 10 and Oct. 30.

HART – District Health Department #10 is helping communities prepare for the upcoming flu season by offering flu vaccines to children, adults and seniors.

“Flu season is unpredictable – even healthy people can become seriously ill,” states a DHD #10 press release. “The best way to protect yourself and your family against influenza is to get an annual flu, vaccine and the time to do so is now.”
There are two upcoming walk-in flu clinics – no appointment necessary:

– St. Vincent’s Catholic Church, 637 E. 6th St., Pentwater, Thursday, Oct. 10, from 9-11 a.m.
– Oceana County Council on Aging, 621 E. Main, Hart, Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
You can also schedule an appointment for a flu shot at DHD#10, 3986 N. Oceana Dr, Hart: Friday, Oct. 11; Thursday, Oct. 31; and Friday, Nov. 15, 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Call ‪888-217-3904‬ to schedule.
The cost for the seasonal flu vaccination without insurance is $37. High dose and preservative-free flu shots are available for $42.
Many health insurance plans now cover the cost of flu vaccines. If not, DHD#10 may be able to help through Vaccines for Children (VFC) or other programs. DHD#10 will bill Medicare or Medicare Health Plans (only for flu, pneumococcal, and PCV13 vaccinations), Medicaid, Medicaid Health Plans, Priority Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network (excludes Mercy Partnered Plans), Cigna, McLaren Commercial, ASR, TRICARE and United Health Care with an insurance card present at the time of appointment. It is important to be aware of your insurance benefit rules.
For more information visit www.dhd10.org/locate-flu-clinic.