Health Department's Flu Vaccines Cut in Half

Though there is an ample supply of flu vaccine available for the 2011/2012 flu season, the Attleboro Health Department received a 50 percent cut from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health in the amount of state-supplied vaccine.

"State-supplied flu vaccine, allocated to local health departments and boards of health, is available for all children 6 months through 18 years of age," according to Attleboro Health Nurse Jacquie O'Brien. "It is only available for individuals 19 years or older who have no insurance or who are underinsured (cost of flu vaccine is not covered by their insurance)."

The and the will again offer school-based flu clinics and additional information is forthcoming, according to O'Brien.

Along with offering the vaccines to children and the uninsured and underinsured, the is also collaborating with a local pharmacy to offer onsite flu clinics at senior and disabled housing and social service agencies.

Pharmacies that have the funds to privately purchase the vaccine, such , and and large department store chains including Wal-Mart, Target, , and physician offices are an alternative to the health department in acquiring flu vaccination, O'Brien said. 

Individuals are encouraged to contact their insurance company if they are uncertain if influenza vaccination is covered.

Have any questions or need to schedule an appointment? Contact the Attleboro Health Department at 508-223-2222 x 3244 or email healthnurse@cityofattleboro.us.

Flu Clinics:

Stop & Shop:

• No appointment necessary
• Available at any pharmacy
• Flu shot cost is  $30
• Receive a FREE coupon book with over $20 in savings (available while supplies last)

Bring consent form to save time.

CVS/pharmacy Clinic Hours:

• Mon – Fri 8am to 7pm
• Sat 9am to 5:30pm
• Sun 10am to 5:30pm