Veterans Affairs Flu Clinics Scheduled

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(Chillicothe) – With COVID-19 still present in our communities, getting your flu vaccine is extremely important. Help protect yourself and others by getting your flu vaccination.

Symptoms associated with seasonal flu include:

fever
chills
body or muscle aches
headache
feeling tired and weak
cough
sneezing
runny or stuffy nose
sore throat
chest discomfort

If you have these symptoms, it is important to stay away from others and rest. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids and take a fever reducer as advised by your healthcare provider. Make sure to notify your healthcare provider within 48 hours of onset of symptoms. Antivirals can be prescribed within the first 48 hours to help lessen your symptoms. You can reduce your risk of contracting the flu by doing these simple things:

Don’t smoke.
Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables.
Exercise regularly.
Maintain a healthy weight.
Get adequate sleep.
WASH YOUR HANDS frequently!

To minimize unnecessary exposure to the seasonal flu or to COVID-19, the Chillicothe VA and VA Community Clinics are administering vaccinations while Veterans remain in their vehicle. Veterans can also request a flu shot during a regularly scheduled appointment.

When utilizing one of the following drive-thru flu clinics, Veterans need to wear a mask and have clothing that will allow the upper arm to be bare for the injection.

Chillicothe VA Drive-Thru Flu Clinic
VA Fire Department, Building 259
October 12, 13, 14 & 15
9a – 3p
November 8, 9, 10 & 12
9a – 3p

Athens VA Clinic Walk-Up Flu Clinic
Tuesdays 8a – Noon
Thursdays 1p – 4p
*through November 30, 2021

Cambridge VA Clinic Drive-Thru/Walk-Up Flu Clinic
Drive-Thru Flu Clinic
October 23
9a – 3p
Walk-Up Flu Clinic
Thursdays 4p – 6p by appointment only,
call 740-432-1963
*through November 30, 2021

Lancaster VA Clinic Walk-Up Flu Clinic
Tuesdays 8a – Noon
Thursday’s 1p – 4p
*through November 30, 2021

Marietta VA Clinic Drive-Thru/Walk-Up Flu Clinic
Drive-Thru Flu Clinic
October 2 & November 6
9a – 3p
Walk-Up Flu Clinic
Tuesdays 4p – 6p by appointment only, call 740-568-0412
*through November 30, 2021

Portsmouth VA Clinic Walk-Up Flu Clinic
Thursdays 8a – 4p
*through November 30, 2021

Wilmington VA Clinic Drive-Thru/Walk-Up Flu Clinic
Monday – Friday
8a – 4p
*through November 30, 2021

With questions regarding the flu clinics, Veterans can call (740) 773-1141, ext. 15575, or your local VA Clinic.