Fall Flu Clinic

The Central Connecticut Health District will hold flu vaccination clinics at the Rocky Hill Community Center on Tuesday, Oct. 11 from 9am to 12pm and Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 3pm to 6pm

Seasonal flu vaccination is now recommended for everyone age 6 months and older. The flu vaccine protects people from the three strains of influenza that are likely to be circulating this flu season. Flu vaccines provide annual protection, and flu strains change regularly, so it is important to get a new flu shot every year.

The Central Connecticut Health District is offering flu vaccinations for anyone age 4 and older, regardless of town of residence. The Health District will bill are accepting ALL ConnectiCare Plans, ALL Anthem plans and Medicare Part B.  We are not accepting HealthNet (United Healthcare) and Aetna. Participants must bring the card from one of the above plans to the clinic to receive their flu vaccination at no charge. The cost for all others is $25, and a receipt will be provided upon request.

Pneumonia shots will also be available. The above mentioned insurance providers can also be billed for pneumonia shots by the Health District. The cost for all others is $50, and a receipt will be provided upon request.

Participants are asked to wear short sleeves or loose-sleeved clothes.

Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield residents who are homebound may call the Health District at (860) 721-2818 to arrange for a home visit. A recorded message with Health District clinic dates is also available by calling (860) 721-2822 and choosing option 1, or by checking the Central Connecticut Health District’s web site at www.ccthd.org.