Somerville residents eligible for vaccine; Vaccines offered Thursdays, 5-7 p.m. at the City Hall Annex

The City of Somerville’s Health Department announced this week the beginning of the 2013-2014 Flu Clinics. All Somerville residents ages three and older may visit the City Hall Annex at 50 Evergreen Ave. for a free flu vaccine between the hours of 5 and 7 p.m. The clinics will be held weekly through December, or until the city’s supply of vaccine is exhausted. Additional clinics will be held in the following locations:

• 11 October: TAB Building, 167 Holland Street. 9:30 – 11 a.m. (ADA Accessible)
• 17 October: Ralph & Jenny Center, New Washington Street. 10 – 11 a.m. (ADA Accessible)
• 24 October: TAB Building, 167 Holland Street. 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (ADA Accessible)
• 26 October: 268R Powderhouse Blvd. 12 – 2 p.m.

Clinics are open for residents and non-residents ages three years and older. Mist vaccinations are available for those ages 49 years and younger in addition to injected vaccines. While there is no charge for vaccinations, attendees are asked to bring an insurance card if available. Residents requiring additional assistance or other accommodations should contact the Health Department at 617-625-6600 ext. 4300.

The city will add or adjust clinic schedules as necessary, and more information can always be found at http://www.somervillema.gov/ or by calling 311.