Two Santa Clarita flu clinics are set to offer free flu shots, provided by the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, for residents who don’t have insurance.

Along with fall days, flu season is coming and the first and most important step in preventing the spread of flu is to get a vaccine each year, according to officials.

Shots will be provided at no charge for those who don’t have health insurance or those whose healthcare providers do not offer flu vaccines, according to county officials.

Flu vaccines are recommended for individuals six months and older, especially for healthcare workers, at-home caregivers, pregnant women, new mothers, elderly people, children under five and those with chronic medical conditions, according to officials.

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The flu vaccine has been shown to reduce flu-related illnesses and the risk of serious secondary infections that can result in hospitalization or even death, officials said.

Officials advise individuals to call their healthcare provider before getting vaccinated if they have questions about a severe egg allergy or if they have another illness before the vaccine clinic. For those who don’t have a regular provider, call 2-1-1 for a list of no-cost or low-cost providers.

The first Santa Clarita flu clinic is set to be provided on Thursday, Oct. 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Canyon Country Community Center, located at 18792 Flying Tiger Drive.

The second clinic is set to be held on Monday, Oct. 22 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Newhall Community Center, located at 22421 Market Street.

As clinic dates and times are subject to change, call 661-287-7040 to confirm clinic times prior to arrival.

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