Flu

General Information

Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses, causing mild to severe illness.  Those at risk for complications are older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions.   The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year. 

Modoc County Public Health has an annual flu clinic: 

• October 2021- March 2022 / Octobre  2021- Marzo 2022
• Ages 19* & older/19* anos de edad o mayor
• Ages 12-18** flu vaccinations given at MCPH

Flu vaccines at the Modoc Public Health Clinic

• By appointment only - call (530) 233-6311

Resources

• Centers for Disease Control Flu Webpage
• Calif. Dept. of Public Health Flu Webpage
• Nova video "Immunity & Vaccines Explained"
• California Surgeon General Nadine Burke Harris "Flu Shots are Easy & Safe" English | Espanol