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WALKER - Cass County Public Health has scheduled community flu shot clinics in Hackensack, Walker, Longville and Pine River. Flu clinics will be held at the following locations:

Hackensack - Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 2 until 6 p.m., at Union Congregational Church.

Walker - Thursday, Oct. 21, from 2 until 6 p.m., at the Walker Area Community Center.

Longville - Tuesday, Oct. 26, from 2 until 6 p.m., at Salem Lutheran Church.

Pine River - Thursday, Oct. 28, from 2 until 6 p.m., at the Pine River/Backus High School.

Centers for Disease Control recommends everyone six months and older should get a flu vaccine as soon as they become available in the fall. The 2010-2011 flu vaccine will protect against three different flu viruses: H3N2 virus; influenza B; and the H1N1 virus that cause so much illness last flu season.

Cass County is able to bill Medicare part B and State Medical Assistance plans ony. The cost is $25 for all other plans including managed Medicare, and uninsured. A receipt will be provided for submission to health plans as needed. If you are under age 19 and un- or under-insured, you may qualify for Minnesota Vaccines for Children (MNVFC) at no cost.[[In-content Ad]]

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