From Staff Reports
COCHRAN — The Bleckley County Health Department is reminding residents that a drive-thru flu vaccination clinic will be held Thursday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Heartland EMS.
The clinic will offer regular-dose flu vaccines for individuals ages 19–65 and high-dose vaccines for adults ages 65 and older.
Most major insurance plans will be accepted. For residents paying out of pocket, the costs are $50 for the regular-dose vaccine and $155 for the high-dose vaccine.
Residents are encouraged to complete the required influenza vaccination consent form before arriving and bring a copy of their insurance card, if applicable. Completing the paperwork in advance may help reduce wait times.
Following vaccination, individuals are advised to remain in a designated observation area for at least 15 minutes to monitor for possible reactions.
Clinic at a Glance
Date: Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Heartland EMS
Regular-dose vaccine: $50 without insurance
High-dose vaccine: $155 without insurance
Insurance: Most major plans accepted
Residents are encouraged to mark their calendars and take advantage of this convenient opportunity to receive their seasonal flu vaccination.
Editor’s note: The supplied observation refusal form identifies the Bleckley County Health Department in its heading but references Telfair County Health Department in its text. Residents should confirm the correct paperwork with the health department before completing that particular form.
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