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Flu Shots available at Westfield South Shore, Bay Shore and Westfield Sunrise, Massapequa This flu season, adults on Long Island will have the opportunity to get an affordable flu vaccination every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Sunday, December 17 at Westfield South Shore in Bay Shore inside the center by the Sears entrance and Westfield Sunrise in Massapequa on the upper level near Macy's, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov), "The single best way to protect against the flu is to get vaccinated each fall." Up to 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu each year. The CDC recommends that consumers obtain the vaccination in October or November, as flu season may begin as early as October and last as long as May. "As an added convenience, we are pleased to offer flu shots at Westfield South Shore and Westfield Sunrise said Karen Walker, general manager, Westfield South Shore. "Everyone wants to enjoy the holiday season and not worry about getting sick. We hope our community takes advantage of this opportunity." The cost for a flu vaccination is $30 per shot. Pneumonia shots will also be available at a cost of $40. Vaccinations are provided by Retail Health Networks. Flu shots to be administered by an experienced professional staff licensed by the nursing association and state medical board. Please note that this program is only for those who are nine years of age or older. Retailer Health Networks will be accepting Medicare and Medicaid for all vaccinations, including those given at Westfield Centers.
For more information call Westfield South Shore at 631-665-8600 or Westfield Sunrise at 516-795-3550.
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