Immunizations

Now is the time to prepare for respiratory season! Vaccines offer the best protection for influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and Pneumonia.
 

• Influenza vaccine: City-County Health District recommends individuals 6 month and older receive their annual flu vaccine. High dose influenza vaccine is recommended for those 65 years of age and older. Influenza is a contagious disease that spreads worldwide, usually between October and May. Anyone can get the flu. It takes two weeks for protection to develop after vaccination and protection lasts all season. Now is the time to prepare for respiratory season - start with your influenza vaccine.

• COVID-19: City-County Health District recommends individuals 6 months and older receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine significantly reduces the risk of serve COVID-19.

• RSV vaccine: The RSV vaccine protects against severe disease by over 80%. Now is the time to prepare for respiratory season:

  • For infants and pregnant women, contact your healthcare provider for more information.

  • If you are 60 - 74 years of age and have certain chronic medical conditions and risk factors, the RSV vaccine will be available in the CCHD office, call today to learn more.

  • If you are 75 years of age and older, we recommend you receive one dose if not previously vaccinated. Call 845-8518 to schedule your vaccine.

• Pneumonia vaccine: City-County Health District recommends everyone 65 years of age and older receive one dose of the pneumonia vaccine if you haven't previously been vaccinated. Adults 19-64 years of age diagnosed with certain underlying medical conditions should also receive a pneumonia vaccine, if not previously vaccinated.
   

Where can I get my vaccines?

• City-County Health District. Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins are accepted.

• Respiratory Season Clinics. CCHD works with worksites, schools, churches and community organizations to host respiratory season clinics. We advertise dates and times for each clinic at the location. If you have questions, call 845-8518 for more information about this opportunity.

• Local clinics and pharmacies.

• If you have difficulties leaving your home, CCHD can come to you! Call 845-8518 to arrange a visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

• What insurance companies are accepted at City-County Health District?

  • Most all insurance policies are accepted. However, Medishare, United Health Care, Tricare (a Veteran’s Affair supplement), Sanford True, and out of state private insurances (e.g., BCBS of Arizona) are not accepted. For any questions, contact CCHD at 701-845-8518. Insurance information will be verified prior to vaccination.       

• What should I do if I am uninsured and want a flu vaccine?

  • CCHD can still help you! Guidance will be provided upon registration.

• Can I get more than one vaccine during my appointment?

  • Absolutely! It is safe to get the flu, COVID-19, RSV and pneumonia vaccines on the same day.

• If you, or a loved one, experience unease during health care visits, what tools are available to support a positive vaccination?

  •  CCHD has a variety of sensory friendly items that are available to utilize during your appointment. Ask the nurse about our new sensory bags!