This October, Essentia Health St. Mary’s-Detroit Lakes Clinic offers a fun and convenient way to get your flu shot while celebrating the spooky season. A special Halloween-themed walk-in flu shot event will occur on Saturday, October 26, from 9 a.m. to noon at Essentia Health St. Mary’s-Detroit Lakes Clinic, located at 1027 Washington Avenue.
The event will offer flu shots for individuals ages 6 months and older. Attendees can enjoy Halloween-themed games and prizes, and everyone is encouraged to wear their favorite costumes for a festive experience. No appointments are necessary; you don’t need to be an Essentia patient to participate.
In addition to the Halloween event, Essentia will be holding several other walk-in flu shot clinics throughout October and November. These clinics will be held on **Tuesdays and Thursdays** from **4:30 to 7:30 p.m.** on the following dates:
– October 22 & 29
– November 5, 12, 14, 19 & 21
These walk-in events make it easy for you and your family to stay protected from the flu without the hassle of scheduling an appointment. Just be sure to wear short sleeves for quicker access during the vaccination.
Getting vaccinated against the flu is one of the best ways to protect yourself and those around you from seasonal illness. The flu vaccine is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans. For more details, including other flu shot clinic locations and times, visit **EssentiaHealth.org/Flu**.