Weld County Health Department Offering Free Flu Shots This Month

The Weld County Health Department is offering free flu shots throughout December at locations in Greeley and Longmont, according to the Greeley Tribune.

Free flu shots will be administered on 6 different days during the month at the North County Health Department in Greeley, and at the Southwest Health Department in Longmont.

Dates and times to get your free flu shot at one of these locations are as follows:

• Dec. 3, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — North County Health Department, 1555 N. 17th Ave. in Greeley.
• Dec. 9, from 1-4 p.m. — North County Health Department, 1555 N. 17th Ave. in Greeley.
• Dec. 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Southwest Health Department, 4209 County Road 24 ½ in Longmont.
• Dec. 14, from 1-6 p.m. — North County Health Department, 1555 N. 17th Ave. in Greeley.
• Dec. 16, from 8 a.m. to noon — Southwest Health Department, 4209 County Road 24 ½ in Longmont.
• Dec. 28, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — North County Health Department, 1555 N. 17th Ave. in Greeley.

Between the novel coronavirus that's still upon us and with flu season just around the corner, health officials say it’s more important than ever to get your flu shot this year.

To ensure you and your family's health, doctors recommend an annual flu shot for everyone age 6 months or older.

Those who are looking to get their free flu shot at one of these locations are strongly encouraged to make an appointment in advance by calling the Weld County's Public Health Services Division at 970-304-6420.