— from Aaimee Johnson for Orcas Family Health —

Flu shots are available at Orcas Family Health Center (OFHC). Please call 360-376-7778 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Regular influenza vaccinations are available for all adults and for children over three. Most insurance companies will cover flu vaccinations.

For the free, state supplied flu vaccine for children, please call the San Juan County Health Department, or the Orcas School district for vaccine clinic information. High-dose influenza vaccine will be administered per the CDC guidelines for those over 65 who have a compromised immune system, and have a recommendation from their provider.

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