October 15, 2020 Louisiana Department of Health holds Lafayette flu vaccine clinic

- With flu season starting, the Louisiana Department of Health is holding a flu vaccination clinic in Lafayette until 5 p.m. today. Last year in Louisiana, the flu was associated with more than 15,000 hospitalizations, more than 1,600 deaths and 5 pediatric deaths all due to the flu. This year, the flu shot is more important than ever as COVID-19 levels remain high across the state.

Community flu clinics are open to the public, and walk-ups are welcome. Wear short or loose-fitting sleeves and bring your private insurance, Medicaid or Medicare card.

WHAT: Flu vaccination clinic
WHEN:

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Until 5 p.m.

WHERE:

Lafayette Parish Health Unit

220 W. Willow St., Building A

Lafayette, LA 70501

 

Cost

There is no cost for a flu shot. Bring your private insurance, Medicaid or Medicare card if you have it. Your insurance will be billed.

Flu shot facts

For more information

Surgeon General Ralph L. Abraham, M.D.

Secretary Bruce D. Greenstein

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