Health Department Offers Free Flu Shots Thursday

Officials from the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department said they are offering free flu shots Thursday, October 9.

The event takes place from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Imani Family Life Center on Georgetown Road in Lexington and is recommended for anyone at least 6 years old.

The health department hopes to give at least 2,000 vaccinations Thursday.

“An annual flu shot is the best way to fight the flu and stay safe during the fall and winter months,” said Kevin Hall, LFCHD spokesman.

Hall also said in 2013 there were more than 100 documented cases of the flu in Lexington. 

Imani Family Life Center is located at 1555 Georgetown Road in Lexington.
 
You can get more details including a map of the site and advance registration forms here.