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Flu Shot Clinics Continue at Orland Township

Orland Township's 2023 Flu Shot Clinics are all walk-in (no appointment necessary) and for anyone 3 years of age or older.

Nurse Pat Hamadeh with Supervisor Paul O'Grady at a previous Orland Township Flu Clinic.
Nurse Pat Hamadeh with Supervisor Paul O'Grady at a previous Orland Township Flu Clinic. (Alexandria Shipyor | Orland Township)

ORLAND PARK, IL — Throughout the fall, Orland Township offers several opportunities for residents to get their flu shot. Township nurses will continue to administer flu shots at clinics held at the Township on Wednesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. Pneumonia shots are also available at these clinics. Fees do apply for flu and pneumonia shots.

Orland Township’s 2023 Flu Shot Clinics are all walk-in (no appointment necessary) and for anyone 3 years of age or older. Pneumonia vaccines (Pneumovax 23 and Prevnar 13) will also be available at the Orland Township Flu Shot Clinics to adults 19 years of age or older. It is asked that residents bring an updated immunization record and consult with their physician as to which vaccines they may need.

The remaining clinics will take place on October 18 & 25, and on November 1, 8 & 15. The Township also asks that those planning on attending any of the clinics wear a short-sleeved shirt and arrive in good health.

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“Orland Township is proud to be able to provide so easily accessible opportunities for residents to
get their seasonal flu shot,” said Supervisor O’Grady. “I hope everyone takes advantage
of our clinics and does their best to stay healthy during the upcoming flu season.”

View the official Flu Shot flyer here for more information.

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Orland Township Health Staff at the Drive-Thru Flu Clinic on Saturday, Oct. 14
Orland Township Health Services Staff at the Drive-Thru Flu Clinic on Saturday, Oct. 14 (L to R: Healthcare Staff Julie Muchna, Diane Egan, Pat Hamadeh, Rita Schiefelbein, and Health Services Coordinator Diane Goerg.)

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