People can get a vaccine on a walk-in basis at the hospital’s Home Care Service Building on the corner of N.E. 14^th Street and Memorial Avenue in Washington.  Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.  The cost is $25 and Medicare billing is available.  Vaccine clinics may also be scheduled at worksites, churches, and other group locations by calling the agency at 254-8950.     

 Soreness, redness, or swelling where the shot was given is possible.  Other side affects include a low grade fever and aches.  People who have a moderate to severe illness with a fever should wait until they are well to get a flu vaccination.  Others, like those allergic to eggs or who have had a severe reaction to the flu vaccine in the past, should avoid getting one altogether.