Flu Shots

The Fairfax County Health Department is encouraging all residents to protect themselves against influenza (flu), a contagious viral respiratory illness, by getting a flu shot now.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the supply of vaccine for this flu season is good and it is appropriate at this time that all people – especially those at greatest risk for complications from flu – get a flu shot.

“Flu vaccines are available in our District Office clinics at this time. We would like to see more people vaccinated,” said Gloria Addo-Ayensu, M.D., health director.

Because it can take up to two weeks for a flu shot to provide protection, people should get a vaccine early in the flu season, which typically runs from October until April, when people spend more time indoors. The illness peaks in January and February.

Flu vaccines are available by appointment at the Health Department’s five district offices in Fairfax County, and cost $25. County residents can make an appointment at their nearest District Office below:

Falls Church District Office – 703-534-8343

Herndon-Reston District Office – 703-481-4242

Joseph Willard Health Center, Fairfax City – 703-246-7100

Mount Vernon District Office – 703-704-6100

Springfield District Office – 703-569-1031

For more information about flu or the flu vaccine visit the Health Department's web site, or to speak to a public health nurse, call the Health Department at 703-246-2411, TTY 703-591-6435.