Sanford Health offers flu and COVID-19 vaccinations – Sanford Health News

Sanford Health is offering several options to get the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination. Patients will have the option to also get the COVID-19 vaccination at the same time.

Find a flu shot: Immunization clinics, events and appointments at Sanford Health

Drive-thru vaccination events will be offered to adults and children at the Fargodome in Fargo, North Dakota, on Saturday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Oct. 2, from 9 a.m. to noon. Appointments are needed to control the flow of traffic. Patients must make an appointment by going to My Sanford Chart or by calling 1-877-701-0779. There will be multiple lanes for vehicles and those walking, biking or using public transportation.

Sanford will also host an indoor vaccination event at the Fargodome on Thursday, Sept. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. Patients must make an appointment by going to My Sanford Chart or by calling 1-877-701-0779.

The nasal mist flu vaccine will not be available at the blitzes.

Sanford Southpointe Clinic, 2400 32ndAve. S., Fargo, is hosting a vaccination event for adults and children on Saturday, Oct. 9, and Saturday, Oct. 30, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Patients must make an appointment by going to My Sanford Chart or by calling 1-877-701-0779.

Flu vaccinations are now available at all Fargo metro Sanford primary care clinics by appointment only. In addition, all Sanford specialty care clinics are also offering vaccinations this year. Patients will be offered the flu vaccine during any regular Sanford visit. Patients must make an appointment by going to My Sanford Chart or by calling 1-877-701-0779.

The nasal mist flu vaccine will not be available at the vaccination events.

COVID-19 vaccines will also be available the same time as the flu vaccinations. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is available for individuals 12 years of age and older. The second dose of the vaccine should be received 21 days after the first dose. Patients will be asked to wear face masks and follow social distancing guidelines. If you dont have a face mask, Sanford will provide one for you.

For more information on how to get a flu shot, visit sanfordhealth.org/flu.

Everyone ages 6 months and older should get a flu vaccination annually to reduce the risk of becoming ill with influenza or transmitting it to others. Certain groups are at higher risk and are strongly recommended to receive the vaccination:

To prevent transmission to high-risk populations, vaccination is also recommended for:

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