Orland Township has four more flu shot clinics this season and has just received a shipment of the high dose flu vaccine, according to the office of Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady.
The remaining flu shot clinics will be held:
- Monday, Nov. 4
- Wednesday, Nov. 6
- Monday, Nov. 11
- Wednesday, Nov. 13
All flu shot clinics are held at the Township office, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park from 3 to 6 p.m.
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“We are very fortunate to have received more doses of the high dose flu vaccine, as it has been in demand all season,” said Supervisor O’Grady. “I hope residents take advantage and visit one of our remaining flu shot clinics to do their best to stay well this winter.”
The following flu vaccines are available at the Township clinics:
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Fluarix Quadrivalent - $40
- For individuals 3 year of age and older
- Protects against four different flu viruses
- Preservative free
- Medicaid (Title 19) card holders can receive the flu vaccine only at a Township monthly immunization clinic
Flublok Quadrivalent - $40
- For individuals 18 years of age and older
- 100 percent egg-free
- Highly purified and preservative free
- Three times more antigens than traditional flu vaccine
Fluzone High-Dose - $55
- For individuals 65 and older
- Preservative free
- Orland Township will bill Medicare for individuals with Medicare Part B – please bring proof of insurance.
- Individuals with a Medicare Advantage Plan or a Retiree Plan may be able to submit the vaccine receipt for reimbursement – check your policy for details.
Pneumonia vaccines will also be available for adults 18 years of age and older. Pneumonia vaccines vary in price from $100 to $195, depending on the vaccine administered; insurance is not accepted for pneumonia vaccines.
Individuals should contact their healthcare provider prior to attending to find out which vaccines are best for them.
Orland Township Flu Clinics are all walk-in, no appointment necessary, for anyone 3 years of age and older. Payment must be made at time of service; cash or credit card only.
Call Orland Township’s Health Services department at (708) 403-4222 for more information.
