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FLU SHOT SITE	LOCATION	HOURS OF OPERATION
East DeKalb Health Center Call for Clinic Appointment (770) 484-2600	2277 S. Stone Mountain-Lithonia Rd. Lithonia, GA 30058	Health Center Hours (for in-clinic appointment): Monday – Friday: 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
North DeKalb Health Center Call for Clinic Appointment (770) 454-1144	3807 Clairmont Rd., NE Chamblee, GA 30341	Health Center Hours (for in-clinic appointment): Monday – Friday: 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Clifton Springs Health Center Call for Clinic Appointment (404) 244-2200	3110 Clifton Springs Road Decatur, GA 30034	Health Center Hours (for in-clinic appointment): Monday – Friday: 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
T.O. Vinson Health Center Call for Clinic Appointment (404) 294-3762	440 Winn Way Decatur, GA 30030	Health Center Hours (for in-clinic appointment): Monday – Friday: 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The DEKALB COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH
OFFERS FLU SHOTS TO THE PUBLIC AT ITS REGIONAL HEALTH CENTERS

WHY GET THE FLU SHOT?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone aged 6 months and over receive the flu shot each year. Getting a flu shot this year is more important than ever because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Protect yourself against the flu.

IS IT SAFE TO GET A FLU SHOT DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC?

The safety of our patients and our staff is our top priority. All staff will be wearing masks, gloves, and eye protection. Patients and visitors are required to wear face coverings, complete a COVID-19 questionnaire, and a thermal temperature screen. We have implemented social distancing in our health centers.

HOW MUCH DOES THE FLU SHOT COST?

Flu shots are FREE for Medicare recipients, children enrolled in Medicaid, and are available at no cost with most private insurance*. If you are not insured or your plan doesn’t cover the flu shot, it’s available for a low cost.

WHAT FLU SHOTS ARE AVAILABLE?

We provide standard flu vaccine, FluMist, Flublok (which is not egg-based), and the high dose flu vaccine. The high dose flu vaccine is intended to give individuals 65 years and older a better immune response and better protection against the flu.

Our experienced nurses are available and can help you decide which flu shot is right for you.

WHEN AND WHERE CAN I GET A FLU SHOT?

Flu shots are available at our health centers and our mobile clinics (organizations only). Call the health center closest to you to schedule your flu shot:

Clifton Springs Health Center: 404-244-2200
East DeKalb Health Center: 770-484-2600
North DeKalb Health Center: 770-454-1144
T.O. Vinson Health Center: 404-294-3762

To request a mobile flu vaccine clinic for your organization, complete this form.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO MY APPOINTMENT?

Bring your insurance information and photo ID. Download and complete the top section only of the intake form in advance and bring it with you to the health center to save time. If you’re not able to do so, don’t worry. You can fill it out at the health center.

What if I have more questions?

For questions about the flu, please click here. For additional information, call us at (404) 294-3700.

*Cost may be covered by insurance. We accept Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia, Cigna, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicaid, Medicare Part B, Peachcare for Kids, and State Health Benefit Plan (excluding Kaiser Permanente). Payments Accepted: Credit/Debit Card (NO CASH).