[Archived] Alexandria Health Department Hosts Successful Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic; Walk-Up Clinic to be Held Oct. 3

For Immediate Release: September 26, 2020

The Alexandria Health Department (AHD) and the City of Alexandria conducted a free drive-through flu shot clinic today at T.C. Williams High School. The clinic, which was open to adults and adolescents age 12 and over, administered flu vaccines to 840 participants, with assistance from AHD’s Medical Reserve Corps volunteers and support from multiple City agencies and staff. AHD encourages everyone to get a flu vaccine as an important step for personal and community health. It is even more essential this year because the influenza virus shares many symptoms with COVID-19. Annual flu vaccinations are recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older. 

A walk-up clinic will be held on Saturday, October 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Francis C. Hammond Middle School (4646 Seminary Road). Parking will be available. The clinic will be open to adults and children ages 6 months and older. Flu shots will be available at no cost, and proof of residency or insurance will not be required. The higher dose version of the flu shot for seniors will not be available at the clinic, but may be available through a pharmacy or healthcare provider.

Each participant must wear a mask over their nose and mouth at all times and maintain 6 feet of physical distance from others, except when necessary for flu shot clinic operations. Please do not attend if you are feeling sick, even with mild symptoms. Everyone is encouraged to bring a pen to complete forms and minimize shared materials. 

For more information about the flu and flu vaccine, visit the CDC Frequently Asked Questions page. Visit alexandriava.gov/Health to learn more about free flu shot clinics.

For inquiries from the news media only, contact Natalie Talis, Population Health Manager, at natalie.talis@vdh.virginia.gov or 703.746.4914.

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jasmin.johnson@vdh.virginia.gov or call 703.746.4952, Virginia Relay 711.