WOODLAND, CA (MPG) – Yolo County is hosting the following free Influenza (flu) vaccination clinics to help all residents and families ‘Fight the Flu’ this Fall: 

DATE	WALK IN OR DRIVE-THRU	LOCATION	HOURS
10/6	Walk in	Esparto Elementary School  17120 Omega Street, Esparto	4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
10/10	Drive thru	West Sacramento City Hall  1110 West Capitol Ave, West Sacramento	10:00 a.m. – 2:00p.m.
10/15	Walk in	Riverbank Elementary School  1100 Carrie Street, West Sacramento	4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
10/17	Drive thru	Harper Junior High School  4000 E. Covell Blvd, Davis	10:00 a.m. – 2:00p.m.
10/20	Walk in	Westfield Village Elementary School  508 Poplar Avenue, West Sacramento	4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
10/24	Drive thru	Pioneer High School  1400 Pioneer Ave, Woodland	10:00 a.m. – 2:00p.m.
10/27	Walk in	Mutual Housing at Spring Lake  2170 Farmers Central Rd, Woodland	4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

For the sites that are walk-in, residents can choose to reserve a flu shot by calling (530) 666-8552 or come without an appointment. The drive thru sites do not need an appointment. Residents ages 6 months and older are welcome at all sites. Additional sites will be added to the list once confirmed. For an updated list of flu clinics and see flyers in English and Spanish, visit: www.yolocounty.org/2020flu.

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that can cause mild to severe illness and can even result in hospitalization or death. Some people, such as older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at high risk of serious flu complications. Common flu symptoms include, but are not limited to: 

• Fever or feeling feverish/chills
• Cough and or sore throat
• Running or stuffy nose
• Muscle or body aches
• Headaches
• Fatigue (feeling very tired)

Some people may also experience vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in young children than in adults. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year and following these simple steps to keep you, your family and your co-workers flu-free: 

• Wash hands often with soap and water
• Regularly clean high-touch surfaces such as countertops and doorknobs
• Avoid sharing cups, straws or anything that goes in the mouth
• Cover your nose and mouth when you cough and sneeze; promptly discard used facial tissues
• Stay home if you are sick

More tips to stay healthy and fight off disease include eating more whole grains, vegetables and fruit; getting enough rest and sleep; staying physically fit through exercise; and avoiding smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke. For more information about the flu season and find locations for free flu shots, visit: www.yolocounty.org/2020flu. Residents can also call Yolo 2-1-1 for resource information. For additional updates follow Yolo County on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/YoloCounty/ or Twitter at: https://twitter.com/YoloCountyCA.