BROOKLINE — The Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services encourages all residents to attend a free vaccination clinic to protect themselves, their families, and the community against fall respiratory illnesses by getting their vaccinations for COVID-19 and the flu.
WHEN:
Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 4:30-7:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Town Hall, 333 Washington St., Room 103
WHAT:
Residents of Brookline, including adults, seniors, and children 6 months and older, are encouraged to attend the upcoming vaccination clinic. Residents are encouraged to register in advance, but walk-ins are also welcome.
Please remember to bring your COVID-19 vaccination cards, identification, and all insurance or Medicare cards.
Residents who feel unwell are asked to stay home.
The clinic will offer the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine and the Fluarix Trivalent flu vaccine. Flu mist and the high-dose vaccine (recommended for adults over the age of 65) may not be available. Residents seeking the high-dose vaccine should contact the department at 617-730-2320.
Public Health Director Sigalle Reiss reminds residents, “Staying up to date on your COVID-19 and flu vaccines is one of the most important steps residents can take to protect themselves and their loved ones as we head into the colder months. With respiratory illnesses like flu and COVID circulating, getting vaccinated helps reduce the risk of severe illness and keeps our community healthier and safer.”
For more information about community clinics, visit www.brooklinema.gov/fluclinics.