Flu shots available at Lakes Region General Hospital on walk-in basis beginning October 4

LACONIA — Flue shots will be available on a walk-in basis at the Lakes Region General Hospital Emergency Department — Fast Track beginning October 4.

In addition, Laconia Clinic will hold Flu Vaccine Clinics for its pediatric and adult patients and Caring for Women patients from 4 — 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 5; Thursday, October 7; Saturday, October 9; Tuesday, October 12; Thursday, October 14; and Saturday, October 16.

Caring for Women patients who have a regular appointment scheduled during October or November may get their flu vaccine at the time of their appointment.

Franklin Regional Hospital’s Infusion Therapy Department will give flu shots on an appointment-only basis and many local schools will hold flu vaccination clinics, as well. Please check with your child’s school for further information.

Flu shots cost $50 at LRGH, FRH, Laconia Clinic, and in LRGHealthcare’s local provider practices. Patients who choose to pay at the time of service can access a discount through the Patient Advantage Program. Please note that many insurance plans will cover a flu shot.

For updated information in the coming weeks, call the Laconia Clinic Flu Hotline at 527-2752 or visit the LRGHealthcare Web site at www.lrgh.org.