RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The city of Richmond, Virginia, is offering free flu shots to anyone 6 months or older during the month of December.
Anyone who wants to receive a vaccine can visit the Richmond City Health District clinic any business day except Dec. 13, Christmas Eve and Christmas. No appointment is necessary, and no payment, insurance or government identification is required.
This is an attempt to increase the city’s immunity, according a statement released Tuesday.
Getting vaccinated is especially important for young children, older adults, those with chronic health conditions and expectant mothers, according to health officials.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns the flu is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes death. Vaccination has been shown to significantly reduce a child’s risk of dying from influenza, according to the CDC.
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