Corewell Health Offers Drive-through Community Flu Clinics in Southwest Michigan

Corewell Health Offers Drive-through Community Flu Clinics in Southwest Michigan
Flu shots are available to adults ages 18 and over with no appointment necessary. 

St. Joseph, Mich., Sept. 5, 2024 – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a  yearly flu vaccine for everyone ages six months and older as the best protection from this serious  illness. Lakeland Care Network (Lakeland Care), in collaboration with Corewell Health, will offer drive through community flu shots on the following dates:  

• Sept. 12 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Corewell Health Center for Outpatient Services
• Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Corewell Health Center for Outpatient Services
• Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hartford Fire Department 
• Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals -Watervliet
• Sept. 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.at Lincoln Charter Township Fire Department
• Sept. 25 from11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Berrien Springs – Oronoko Township Fire Station
• Sept. 26 from11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at North Berrien Fire and Rescue – Coloma
• Sept. 27 from11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Today (walk-in) 
• Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals - Niles Hospital
• Oct. 2 from11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Chikaming Township Fire Station
• Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at First Congregational Church, Niles Rd. St. Joseph
• Oct. 8 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Royalton Fire Station  
• Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Corewell Health Center for Outpatient Services 

Drive-through flu shots are available for adults ages 18 and over and patients can remain in their  car while the shot is administered. Appointments are not needed. Lakeland Care nurses will  administer the quadrivalent flu vaccine which offers protection against four different flu viruses. The  high-dose quadrivalent flu vaccine will be available for those age 65 years and older. 

If community members would like Lakeland Care to bill their health insurance, they will need to bring  their insurance card with them. Most health insurance programs cover the cost of the vaccine. To pay at  time of vaccination, the cost is $37 or $74 for the high-dose vaccine (cash or check only; credit cards  not accepted).  

For more information about drive-through flu vaccines, or to inquire about hosting a flu shot clinic at a  local worksite, call 269.927.5154. 
 

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About Corewell Health™ 

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes,  innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+  dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more  than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several  post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.3  million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable  model of health and wellness. For more information, visit corewellhealth.org. 

About Lakeland Care Network 

Lakeland Care is a partnership between Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals and area physicians,  including more than 1,000 providers who share a commitment to excellence. The not-for-profit clinically  integrated network is committed to building relationships between employers, health care providers,  and payors to bring superior value and the highest quality health care to our community. Lakeland Care  also works with area employers to offer executive health, worksite wellness, and occupational health  services. For more information, visit LakelandCare.com