Adult Influenza Vaccination Clinic at Greenfield Health Department

The Greenfield Health Department will be offering influenza vaccination clinics during the month of October to provide vaccinations to residents. Annual vaccination significantly reduces the risk of complications due to influenza and will prevent many people from becoming ill due to the virus.

"Though influenza vaccination is most important for individuals in high risk groups, the vaccination is important for everyone," states Darren Rausch, Health Officer/Director for the Greenfield Health Department. "Receiving the influenza vaccine is one of the most effective ways to protect against influenza."

The Health Department will have an adult influenza vaccination clinic on

Thursday, October 4, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. No appointments are necessary at this clinic and clients will be served on a first come, first served basis. The cost of the vaccination varies by Medicare eligibility and insurance status; details are bulleted below:

 Clients with Medicare Part B coverage only will have the cost of the vaccination billed directly to Medicare; clients should bring their Medicare Card(s) to the clinic so staff may screen for eligibility.

 Medicare Advantage plans, such as United HealthCare, AARP Medicare Complete or Humana Gold are not accepted. A receipt can be issued and the client can directly submit to their plan for reimbursement.

 The cost of influenza vaccination will be $25.00 for adults not eligible for Medicare Part B.

Influenza is a seasonal, respiratory illness caused by a virus. Symptoms include: fever, chills, headache, cough and muscle aches. Most people recover within a week although influenza can last longer causing life-threatening complications in children, older adults and those with chronic health conditions. The best time to receive an influenza vaccine is during the months of October or November. The influenza vaccination is encouraged throughout the fall and winter months because the influenza season peaks in February.