Don't go viral—get your annual flu shot
Langlade County Health Department Announces Walk In Flu Clinics
Every year millions of people get the flu. The Langlade County Health Department is reminding everyone that they can be a flu fighter by getting an annual flu shot. Along with a flu shot, healthy habits can protect against the flu. According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, in the 2024-2025 flu season 31.1% of Langlade County residents received the flu vaccine. “The single best way to lower the risk of flu is to get a flu shot every year,” says Karen Marten, Public Health Nurse, Langlade County Health Department.
Flu viruses are constantly changing, so flu vaccines are updated each season. Everyone ages 6 months and older are recommended to get a yearly flu vaccine. Getting a flu vaccine is especially important for people at high risk for serios complications including people who are pregnant.
The Langlade County Health Department will be hosting walk-in flu clinics at 1225 Langlade Road on the following dates and times:
October 8th--- 3:00pm-5:00pm
October 13th---9:00am-11:00am
October 22nd--- 2:00pm-4:00pm
Aside from getting your annual flu vaccine, good health habits can help keep yourself and family healthy his respiratory illness season.
• Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
If you are unable to attend a walk-in clinic but would still like a flu shot, appointments can be made by visiting our website at langladecountyhealth.org For questions, please contact the Langlade County Health Department at 715-627-6250.
