Dec. 10, 2006 - Drive thru flus shots!

Somerset's First Flu Drive Thru

Adult residents are invited to roll up their sleeves at the first Somerset County drive-thru flu clinic on Tuesday, Dec. 19, from 4 to 6:30 p.m.  The clinic will be held at the South County Public Works Facility in Hillsborough, located at 410 Roycefield Road.  Drivers are asked to approach Roycefield Road from Dukes Parkway West for the clinic. 

No pre-registration is necessary.  The vaccine will be given on a first-come, first-served basis to individuals age 18 and older.  The cost of the flu shot is $5.   Medicare will not be accepted at the clinic.  The vaccine will not be given to residents who are allergic to eggs or egg products, have a history of Guillian-barre syndrome or are pregnant.   Pregnant women and children are advised to see their healthcare provider if they wish to receive a flu shot.  Because the vaccine is administered in the upper arm, participants are asked to wear short-sleeve shirts under sweaters or coats.  

For more information, contact the Somerset County Health Department at (908) 231-7155.