The Glynn County Department of Health is providing flu vaccines to the public, and appointments are not necessary. The event will take place on Thursday, October 5 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 2747 Fourth Street. Flu vaccines will be offered to individuals aged six months and older, including the high-dose flu vaccine recommended for seniors aged 65 and above.
It is important to note that it takes approximately two weeks for the flu vaccine to provide protection against the flu after administration. While early fall is considered the optimal time to get vaccinated, receiving the vaccine at any point during the flu season can still be beneficial in terms of protection.
For more information on the flu, please visit coastalhealthdistrict.org/flu.
Summary
The Glynn County Department of Health is holding a flu vaccine event with no appointment necessary. The event will take place on October 5, and anyone aged six months and older can receive the vaccine. It takes about two weeks for the vaccine to become effective in protecting against the flu. The department recommends getting vaccinated in early fall, but getting vaccinated at any time during flu season can still be helpful. More information can be found on the coastalhealthdistrict.org/flu website.
Definitions:
– Flu vaccine: A vaccine administered to protect against influenza viruses.
– High-dose flu vaccine: A flu vaccine with a higher concentration of antigens, specifically recommended for individuals aged 65 and above.
– Flu season: A period during which influenza infections are most common.
Sources:
– Glynn County Department of Health
– coastalhealthdistrict.org/flu