BROOKLYN — From 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 25 the Northeast District Department of Health (NDDH) will host a “Drive Thru To Avoid the Flu” event at Killingly Intermediate School in Dayville.

This outdoor flu clinic will provide an opportunity for people age 18 and older to get a free flu shot while they remain seated in their car. 

“The primary reason for this exercise is to test local and regional emergency plans to dispense a lot of medication in a short amount of time,” said NDDH Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Derek May. “If there were ever an imminent threat from a pandemic or anthrax attack, our entire NDDH population of over 85,000 residents might need to get preventive medication within just a few days, and the “Drive Thru” model is one way to help reach a lot of people quickly.”

Free flu shots will be limited to the first 100 adults who register by calling the health department at 860-774-7350. These enrolled participants will be asked to save time and help to improve clinic performance by downloading and completing a short immunization consent form and reviewing the vaccine information statement available at  www.nddh.org.

“As a side benefit of this emergency exercise, we will be able to perform a real public service by delivering 100 free flu shots to adults age 18 and older who attend,” said NDDH Public Health Nurse Nancy Beaudry, who will manage the vaccination teams. 

For more info call 860-774-7350 x. 25 or email at  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..