October Flu Clinic Held at EMS Training Room

From the Town of Stratford:

STRATFORD, CT - The Stratford Health Department is hosting a flu clinic on Monday, October 3rd, from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the EMS Training Room, 2712 Main St., Stratford, CT 06615. This year the public, town hall employees, and children 6 months of age and over can transport themselves to the magical world of Harry Potter while receiving their flu vaccination.

Bernice Bova, the RN Public Health Nursing Supervisor, says “Don’t miss out on your chance to fight the flu! The best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu is to receive your vaccine each year”. Andrea Boissevain, Director of Health, adds, “Getting your annual flu vaccine is so important in preventing potential flu-related complications. We are hoping that the inclusion of a fun, wholesome theme will bring in a larger crowd”.

No appointments are necessary for the October walk-in clinic. Vaccines will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. The Stratford Health Department offers the standard flu vaccine (ages 6 months and over) as well as the high dose vaccine (over 65 years of age). Parents or guardians must accompany their children.

Insurances accepted for the flu vaccines include Medicare Part B, Anthem BC/BS, Connecticare, Cigna and Aetna. We accept Medicaid for children only. We do NOT accept United Healthcare.

Children under the age of 5 and uninsured children between the ages of 5 through 18 can receive their flu vaccine for free. Those not covered by the insurance providers listed above will be charged a $36.00 fee for the standard flu vaccine and a $65.00 fee for the high dose vaccine, payable by cash or check. The pneumonia vaccine will also be available and costs $190.00 if not covered by insurance. For more information call the Stratford Health Department at (203) 385-4058.

Image via the Town of Stratford.