The Ultimate Guide to Free Flu Vaccinations Offered in Pasadena This Month and Next

Fight the flu by getting a free vaccine at clinics offered by the Pasadena Public Health Department and the Huntington Memorial Hospital starting this week through Wednesday, November 16, 2016. The influenza vaccine will be provided at various Pasadena locations, listed below, on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

The vaccine will be available to everyone ages 6 months and older at no cost. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Remember to wear short sleeves.

Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Villa-Parke Community Center, 363 E. Villa. St.

Thursday, October 20, 2016
3 p.m. – 6 p.m., Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.
NOTE: Vaccine supplies are limited. Flu shots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.  For more information call: 626-744-7262

Monday, October 24, 2016
3 p.m. – 5 p.m., Lamanda Park Branch Library, 140 S. Altadena Dr.
NOTE: Vaccine supplies are limited. Flu shots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information call: 626-744-7266

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Jackie Robinson Community Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.

Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Time: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m., Hill Avenue Branch Library, 55 S. Hill Ave.
NOTE: Vaccine supplies are limited. Flu shots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information call: 626-744-7264

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly St.
NOTE: Pre-registration required for this clinic. Call (626) 795-4331 for details.

Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2016
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Santa Catalina Branch Library, 999 E. Washington Blvd.

Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Allendale Branch Library, 1130 S. Marengo Ave.

Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave.

Different types of influenza viruses can spread through the community during flu season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone ages 6 months and older get the vaccine annually to protect against the most common types of influenza viruses.

“The best protection against the flu is to get immunized,” Pasadena Health Officer, Dr. Ying-Ying Goh said. “Even healthy children and adults can get very sick from influenza viruses.”

High-risk groups susceptible to severe influenza complications include seniors ages 65 and older, pregnant women and people with chronic medical conditions such as asthma and diabetes, according to Dr. Goh.

Vaccines will also be available at the PPHD Travel & Immunization Clinic. Call (626) 744-6121 for hours and availability.