Each year, hundreds of community members take advantage of Monroe Clinic’s seasonal flu clinics. In order to maximize your ability to stay healthy, everyone six months and older should receive a flu shot. The high-dose influenza vaccine, Fluzone High-Dose, designed specifically for people 65 years and older, is also available. Studies have shown the high-dose vaccine offers older adults a better immune response, and better protection against the flu.

The flu vaccine is $25. For those who qualify, the high-dose influenza vaccine is available for $60. The pneumonia vaccine is available...