This press release was published at the request of the Florida Department of Health in Alachua County.
The Florida Department of Health in Alachua County (DOH-Alachua) is offering influenza vaccines. “Receiving an influenza vaccine is a primary preventive measure against influenza infection,” stated Paul Myers, Administrator of the Alachua County Health Department. “In addition to getting a flu immunization, staying home when ill, practicing proper cough etiquette, and washing your hands are effective personal means to protect yourself and the community from a variety of illnesses. Popular, painless, safe, and effective FluMist has been available at school clinics, while FluMist and shots are available at all health department sites.”
Flu immunizations are being offered at the Florida Department of Health in Alachua County – East Gainesville Clinic – Main Headquarters (224 S.E. 24th Street, Gainesville, 352-334-7910), the Florida Department of Health in Alachua County – Alachua Clinic located in the Hitchcock’s shopping plaza 15530 N.W. US Hwy 441, Alachua, 386-462-2542), and the Florida Department of Health in Alachua County – Southwest Clinic (816 S.W. 64th Terrace, Gainesville, 352-225-4320). Appointments are required for flu shots at all three health department sites. These can be made by calling the clinics at the numbers listed above.
This year’s flu vaccine is effective against the major circulating strains of flu, and Fluzone High-Dose shots are available for those 65 and older. The cost for the regular vaccine is $25.00, and the high-dose shots are available at different price points. If citizens have Medicare Part B, there is no charge if they bring their Medicare B card and any other supplemental insurance cards with them. Citizens who normally receive their vaccines from providers other than the Health Department should contact them for vaccine availability. Those between the ages of 6 months and 18 years who are uninsured and have Medicaid or insurance that does not cover the immunization may receive the vaccine at the Alachua County Health Department at no cost.
