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Laurel Health to hold Public Flu Clinics: Find the Location Closest to You!

Posted Date: 10/4/2012

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TIOGA COUNTY, PA—A flu shot is your best shot to stay healthy this fall! The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends a yearly influenza (flu) vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses.

Laurel Health will be holding public flu shot clinics throughout Tioga County during the month of October. Vaccinations may be purchased for $25; cash and Medicare Part B are accepted. Mark your calendar for the date and location of the vaccine clinic closest to you. No appointment is necessary; walk-ins are welcome!

Wednesday, October 10 at Morris Fire Hall, 9:00- 11:30 a.m. 

Wednesday, October 10 at Blossburg Fire Hall, 6 – 7:30PM

Tuesday, October 16 at Millerton Senior Center, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Wednesday, October 17 at Elkland Fire Hall, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, October 17 at Knoxville Community Bldg., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Sunday, October 21 at Wellsboro Fire Annex, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday, October 22 at Westfield Senior Center, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, October 23 at Tioga Fire Hall, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Monday, October 29 at Mansfield Fire Hall, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

People at high risk of serious flu complications include young children, pregnant women, people with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes or heart and lung disease and people 65 years and older. If you or a loved one fall into one or more of these categories, vaccination is highly recommended.

For more information about the seasonal flu, visit www.cdc.gov/flu.