Flu clinics begin Oct. 9 in Hart.

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Flu clinics begin Oct. 9 in Hart.

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, and with COVID-19 still spreading, it is more important than ever to protect you and your family against influenza by getting an annual flu shot,” states a DHD #10 press release.

In Oceana County, DHD#10 is hosting flu clinics at the Hart VFW, 802 S. State St.: Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30, and Nov. 6, 13, 20 from 9 a.m. to noon.

You may qualify for a free flu shot, so be sure to ask. The cost for the seasonal flu vaccination without insurance is $37. High dose and preservative-free flu shots are available for $46.

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 can bill the following: Medicare, Medicare Health Plans, Medicaid, Medicaid Health Plans, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Blue Care Network, Priority Health, McLaren Commercial, ASR, United Health Care, and TRICARE 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: http://www.dhd10.org/locate-flu-clinic