Get ready for flu season.
Memorial Physician Services is offering flu shots to the public at several locations in Springfield, Lincoln and Jacksonville.
Senior vice president and chief medical officer of Memorial Health System Dr. Raj Govindaiah (Gov-In-Dye-Uh) says that everyone should get a flu shot, continue to wear a mask, wash your hands, social distance and stay home if you are sick.
Although influence activity occurs year-round, infections increase in fall and winter – usually between October and May.
Flu shots will be administered car side in Springfield at 2950 S. Sixth Street 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
In Lincoln, you can get your flu shot at 515 N. College St. From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9.
While in Jacksonville, flu shots will be administered at 15 Founders Lane, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday Oct. 9.
Some tips so you can be prepared include having a mask ready, wearing loose fit clothing, bring a valid photo ID and insurance card, and have an ink pen in your vehicle for completion of paperwork.
