Flu Clinic Dates Announced

Tuesday, September 29, 2020

For Immediate Release…

ATLANTIC GENERAL HOSPITAL TO PROVIDE 2020 COMMUNITY FLU CLINICS BY APPOINTMENT

Berlin, Md. – According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the best way to prevent the flu is getting a flu vaccine each year. The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older get a seasonal flu vaccine.

As a service to the community, Atlantic General Hospital/Health System is again providing community flu vaccination. The healthcare organization will be hosting the annual clinics for ages 13 and older.

The high dose flu vaccine, which is for individuals age 65 and older, will also be available. This vaccine option will be administered at the flu clinics by AGHRx RediScripts Pharmacy and billed to insurance. The flu vaccine is considered preventative care and is covered at 100 percent by most insurances.

Due to COVID-19, the flu clinics will be drive-through this year, held in coordination with the Worcester County Health Department. An appointment is required. Please wear a short-sleeved shirt in preparation for the vaccine.

Flu Clinics:

Tuesday, October 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Snow Hill Senior Center

Thursday, October 8, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Ocean City Park and Ride

Saturday, October 10, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Ocean City Park and Ride

Wednesday, October 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Worcester County Health Department’s Pocomoke office

Thursday, October 15, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Ocean City Park and Ride

Clinic dates are subject to change based upon flu vaccine availability. To schedule an appointment, visit www.marylandvax.org. Individuals without computer access can call 410-632-1100 and select option 8 to register.

Influenza, or flu, is a highly contagious virus spread by inhaling droplets from an infected individual’s cough or sneeze. Most symptoms emerge within 24 to 48 hours and are characterized by fever, chills, sore throat, cough and headache. Just one infected person can unknowingly pass on the flu to family members and loved ones because the virus can be transmitted 24 hours before symptoms appear.

Donations made during the Atlantic General Hospital flu clinics help offset the cost of future flu clinics.

For more information on the Atlantic General Hospital Community Flu Clinics, contact Atlantic General Hospital at 410-641-9FLU (9358).