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Although additional drive-thru sites will be added in the coming weeks, anyone can call their closest health center to schedule an appointment for a flu shot. Standard and high-dose flu shots, which provide better protection against the flu for seniors, are available at all of DeKalb’s health centers.

“As the COVID-19 epidemic extends into the fall and winter months, it is imperative for everyone to roll up their sleeves for a flu shot this year,” said DeKalb County District Health Director S. Elizabeth Ford, M.D., M.B.A. “This will not only protect you, your loved ones and your friends, but it will also potentially prevent you from contracting COVID-19 and influenza simultaneously.”

The flu shot is recommended for anyone age six months and older, particularly those who are at high risk of serious flu complications. These groups include young children, pregnant women, people with chronic health conditions (such as asthma, diabetes and heart disease) and those who are 65 years and older.

Flu shots are free for Medicare recipients, children enrolled in Medicaid, and are available at no cost with most private insurance. If you are not insured or your plan doesn’t cover the flu shot, it is available for a low cost.

Those receiving a flu shot should bring their insurance information and photo identification. The DeKalb County Board of Health accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare Part B, PeachCare for Kids, the State Health Benefit Plan (excluding Kaiser Permanente) and UnitedHealthcare. Only debit and credit cards will be accepted for payment.

Information: dekalbhealth.net/flu or 404-294-3700.