On average, approximately 36,000 Americans die from influenza every year, and more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from flu complications. The VNA's "Shoo the Flu" program helps to ensure that our community is protected.  The VNA provides low-cost flu and pneumonia vaccinations at clinic locations throughout Indian River and Brevard Counties. Immunization clinics are held at local businesses, civic organizations, places of worship, social clubs, and homeowners' associations from late September through mid January. If you have any questions about our "Shoo the Flu" program, please call 772.978.5567.

Please Note:  The flu vaccine offered at our "Shoo the Flu" clinics is for seasonal influenza only. It is not intended to protect you against Novel H1N1 flu (formerly referred to as "swine flu.") In our community, local health departments will be coordinating the H1N1 vaccination effort. For more infomation about H1N1 flu vaccinations locally, please contact the Indian River County Health Department, the Brevard County Health Department, the St. Lucie County Health Department, or call the toll-free Florida Flu Information Line at 1-877-352-3581 from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Additional H1N1 information is available at www.flu.gov, the official US Government flu website. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Influenza

1. Why get vaccinated?

2. What is the influenza vaccine?

3. Who should get an influenza vaccine?

4. When should I get an influenza vaccination?

5. Should I talk with a doctor before getting an influenza vaccine?

6. What are the risks from an influenza vaccine?

7. What if there is a moderate or severe reaction?

8. How can I learn more?