September 23, 2024
Media Contact: Tara Rose, Tara.Rose@vdh.virginia.gov
Crater Health District to Host Free Clinics
PETERSBURG, Va. – The Crater Health District (CHD) is offering free flu vaccine clinics in October to protect yourself, your family, and others from the flu. CHD will hold both indoor and drive-thru clinics. The following schedule outlines dates and times for each locality.
October 11:
Location: Petersburg Sports Complex, 100 Ballpark Road in Petersburg
Clinic Time: 1-4 p.m.
Drive-thru clinic
October 18:
Location: Unity Baptist Church. 4951 Mt. Sinai Road in Prince George
Clinic Time: 1-4 p.m.
Indoor Clinic
October 24:
Location: Surry Community Center, 205 Enos Farm Drive in Spring Grove
Clinic Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Indoor Clinic
October 25:
Location: The Millard & Florence Stith Community Center, 9436 Mayes St. in Jarratt
Clinic Time: 1-4 p.m.
Drive-thru clinic
October 31:
Location: Golden Leaf Commons, 1300 Greensville County Circle B in Emporia
Clinic Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Indoor Clinic
CHD will offer free seasonal flu vaccines to anyone 3 years and older. A photo ID is recommended and not required. The vaccine will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents are encouraged to wear loose clothing around the arm to administer the flu shot easily.
“Getting a flu shot this year is important to protect yourself, your family, and the community,” said Crater Health District Director, Alton Hart, Jr., MD, MPH. “It is recommended everyone ages 6 months and older get their yearly flu vaccination.”
For more information about the Crater Health District, please visit www.vdh.virginia.gov/crater.
# # #