<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0YtNGS_0vkx20QZ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0YtNGS_0vkx20QZ00" width="853" height="1280" ><figcaption>Stock photo.</figcaption></figure>Lincoln County Health Department (LCHD) will be holding fall 2024 vaccine clinics for Lincoln County students in 4K through 12th grade to provide the flu and Tdap vaccines at no charge.An annual flu shot is one of the best ways to prevent the flu and is recommended for everyone six months and older, according to the LCHD, and the Tdap vaccine protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough (pertussis).Vaccine clinics for Lincoln County students are scheduled as follows:● Merrill High School Student Vaccine Clinic, October 15● Prairie River Middle School Student Vaccine Clinic, October 22● Youth Vaccine Clinic, Oct. 23, from 3-6 p.m. at the LCHD for children age 18 and younger who don’t have insurance or are enrolled in or eligible for Medicaid. (This includes BadgerCare, ForwardHealth or any medical assistance.) (All routine child vaccines as well as flu vaccine will be available at no cost at this clinic.)● Tomahawk School District Student Vaccine Clinic, October 31● Lincoln County Student Vaccine Clinic, November 6, 3-6 p.m., at the LCHD – for any student enrolled in 4K, elementary, and private schools in Lincoln County.The above schedule is dependent on flu vaccine availability, the LCHD noted. Any changes in the schedule will be communicated to parent(s)/guardian(s).LCHD has flu shots and flu nasal mist available for students. Pre-registration is required for all clinics and must be completed a week prior to the clinic. No walk-ins will be accepted. Pre-register at https://bit.ly/LincolnStudentVaccineClinics. By completing the pre-registration form, parent(s)/guardian(s) are giving consent to LCHD to vaccinate their child with the flu and/or Tdap vaccine while at school. Parent(s)/guardian(s) do not need to be present.The LCHD reminds parents to have their child dress appropriately so their upper arm is easily accessible the day of clinic.For more information, contact LCHD at 715.536.0307 or [email protected]. If your child receives a flu and/or Tdap vaccine prior to their scheduled clinic, please call LCHD to cancel their appointment.For more information about LCHD and its programs and services, visit lincolncountyhealthdepartment.com or follow them on Facebook.</div></body>

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Health Department offers no charge flu and Tdap vaccines for Lincoln County students

Lincoln County Health Department (LCHD) will be holding fall 2024 vaccine clinics for Lincoln County students in 4K through 12th grade to provide the flu and Tdap vaccines at no charge. An annual flu shot is one of the best ways to prevent the flu and is recommended for everyone...