The Pasadena Public Health Department recognizes the potential increased health threat of the flu season during the pandemic, so they have organized two free flu shot clinics around the city within the next two weeks starting on Wednesday, October 28.
On Wednesday and Thursday, October 29, Public Health staff will be at John Muir High School, at 1905 Lincoln Ave., to offer free seasonal flu vaccines to anyone aged 6 months and older. This clinic is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
On Wednesday, November 4, and Thursday, November 5, they will be at Pasadena High School, at 2925 E. Sierra Madre Ave., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Children under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present during the clinic.
These flu shot clinics will be conducted with strict COVID-19 protocols in place. A face covering is required for everyone coming to the clinics, and physical distancing will be observed at all times.
Getting a flu vaccine at this time of the pandemic is more important than ever, the Public Health Department said.
“By getting vaccinated against seasonal flu, you reduce the likelihood of getting the flu and transmitting it to others,” an advisory from the Public Health Department said. “You also reduce the likelihood that you will need to visit your doctor or an emergency room, saving healthcare resources for the care of those with COVID-19.”
Flu vaccine supplies are limited and will be given on a first come, first served basis.
For more information, visit www.cityofpasadena.net/public-
