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Sharp Coronado Hospital is hosting free flu shot clinics on select dates in October for the community. Vaccinations will be available without insurance, aiming to enhance public health access, especially for underserved populations. The initiative, supported by local public health departments and nursing students, reflects a commitment to improving community health. Flu shots are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, with limited supplies available each day. Individuals, especially those aged 65 and older, are encouraged to participate to ensure their health this flu season.
Coronado, CA – Sharp Coronado Hospital is offering Free Flu Shot Clinics on October 13, 14, and 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. These clinics will take place at 255 Soledad Place, Coronado, CA, conveniently located near the Sandermann Auditorium. The initiative aims to provide free vaccinations to the community, continuing a long-standing tradition that has been in effect for decades in partnership with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
Registered Nurse and Infection Preventionist at Sharp Coronado, Lindsay Schimpf, highlighted the hospital’s commitment to serving the community through these clinics. The collaboration involves the CDPH and local public health departments, focusing on ensuring that underserved populations have access to the flu vaccine, especially in times when they may find it difficult to obtain one through other avenues.
Participation in the flu shot clinics does not require any form of insurance, as vaccinations are completely free for everyone. The clinics welcome individuals to walk-up, drive-up, or bike-up to receive their shots, making the process accessible for all community members. Last year, these clinics experienced significant participation, averaging around 300 individuals, with a peak of 700 vaccines administered during a notable spike in demand due to the ongoing challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Unfortunately, this year, only 300 vaccines will be available at each clinic date, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. The available vaccines include three types, among which is a limited supply recombinant vaccine known as Flublok. This specific vaccine is recommended for individuals aged 65 and older, as recombinant vaccines generally support a more effective immune response in older adults compared to the standard inactivated flu vaccines.
Schimpf encourages individuals aged 65 and older to take advantage of any available flu vaccine on the day of the clinics, even if their preferred option is not in stock. The health community advocates flu vaccinations for people of all ages, emphasizing the potential severity of the flu, particularly for vulnerable populations.
Additionally, the clinics have the support of Southwestern College nursing students who will assist in administering the vaccines, further enriching the community outreach effort. These flu shot clinics are part of the broader mission to promote community health and reduce healthcare-associated infections.
For those seeking more information about the clinics and the vaccines available, Sharp Coronado Hospital invites the public to contact them at (619) 522-3741. The engagement with the community and the provision of flu shots reflect the ongoing effort to prioritize public health and ensure that essential services are accessible to everyone.
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- Coronado News: Free Flu Shots at Sharp Coronado Hospital
- Coronado Times: Free Flu Shot Clinic
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- Wikipedia: Influenza Vaccine
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