The Lincoln County Health Department (LCHD) is offering adult drive-thru flu clinics for a second year. “Last year was the first time we offered drive-thru flu clinics and we were unsure how it would be received by the public,” said Jennifer Johnson, Public Health Nurse for LCHD. “What we learned was that this is a preferred option for many. We received feedback on the convenience, efficiency, and safety of these clinics and wanted to provide a drive-thru option again this year.”
An annual flu shot is the best way to prevent the flu and is recommended for everyone 6 months and older, according to the LCHD. Flu symptoms can range from mild to severe, and in some cases can cause life-threatening complications. Symptoms can come on quickly and include fever, headache, dry cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, body aches, and tiredness. If you do get the flu after getting vaccinated, it is more likely to be a milder case, they say. If symptoms do develop, they recommended getting tested to determine if you have the flu or another respiratory illness, like COVID-19 or Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).
- Adult Flu Drive-Thru Clinics – Merrill Festival Grounds
Tuesday, Oct. 5, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. and Tuesday, Oct. 12, from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Merrill Festival Grounds, 2001 E. 2nd St., Merrill
Enter on Memorial Drive. In the event of inclement weather, clinics will be held at the Merrill Enrichment Center, 303 N. Sales St., Merrill. - Adult Flu Walk-In Clinics – Lincoln County Health Department
Oct. 20 and 27, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Lincoln County Health Department, 607 N. Sales St., Suite 101, Merrill.
Pre-registration is encouraged for these flu clinics but not required. To pre-register, go to: https://hipaa.jotform.com/212634528294055 or call LCHD at 715.536.0307.
Chose from the quadravalent flu vaccine ($40) or the high dose flu vaccine ($70). Available while supplies last.
Traditional Medicare, Security Health Plan (Essence, Esteem and Spirit), and Railroad Retirement accepted. Please bring your insurance card.
All others must pay with cash or check.
LCHD is unable to bill any other Medicare Advantage Plans, private insurance (for example Humana, United Health Care, Blue Cross Blue Shield, etc.), or Medical Assistance.
Face coverings are required.
Call the Lincoln County Health Department at 715.536.0307 with questions. Or visit www.lincolncountyhealthdepartment.com or find them on Facebook.