Much like last fall and winter, the 2023-2024 flu season poses an elevated risk of illness, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tracking several countries in the Southern Hemisphere (which have their flu season before the U.S.) that are experiencing higher or earlier flu activity compared to previous years.

No matter your age or health status, vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your community against the flu. As with previous years, the CDC recommends everyone over the age of six months get a flu vaccine, preferably during October, but it’s never too late to get one to protect yourself.

Vaccination is particularly important for some groups who are more likely to get seriously ill with the flu, including pregnant people, young children, older adults, and people with certain chronic medical conditions.

The Hereford Health Clinic encourages everyone over the age of six months to get their flu shot, and it’s easy to make an appointment. Appointment hours are available Monday – Friday, from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. beginning October 2. 

Call 806-364-7512 to schedule a vaccine appointment today.

Hereford Regional Medical Center is committed to delivering excellent preventative care like the flu vaccine and providing our community with accurate, trusted, and up-to-date vaccine information. Speak to your doctor about any questions you may have regarding the flu vaccine.

Flu vaccine FAQs.