COVID vaccines no longer free: Why health officials say it's still important to get vaccinated

Published: Sep 09, 2024 Duration: 00:01:43 Category: News & Politics
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In your health coverage. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recently released this year's COVID vaccination, but you might have to pay out of pocket. Joe Habersham spoke with the local health department urging families to consider the costs the seasons are changing, which means it's time to start thinking of updating your vaccinations. Now, the Henry and Stark County Health Department want to remind you that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure for some families. It's not that simple. The CDC ended its bridge access program last month, which provided free vaccinations to adults without insurance and those with insurance that doesn't cover the entire bill, leaving families to spend up to $200. And it's one of those decisions you're gonna make right now as far as what we're seeing with COVID, uh, it is going to be out of pocket or due to whatever insurance coverage you have that said you're still encouraged to get the new flu and COVID booster shots targeting variations that could impact us this upcoming season. Yes, if you have gotten your shots in the past, that's awesome. This is really going to give you that added immunity to go through the next few months and feel that you've done everything you can to protect yourself and your families. And Kiwani Joe Habersham WQ ad news eight, the office suggests you check with your health provider and local health department to see which options are best for you. Starting tomorrow, the Rock Island Health Department will hold its walk in flu vaccination clinics hours are 830 to noon and then 1 to 4 p.m. every Tuesday through October 22nd. No appointment needed for people ages 12 and up and Children ages six months to 11 years old. Also do not need an appointment. Most insurance plans are accepted but please bring your insurance card. If you don't have insurance, you can call the health department for information on programs to waive the fee.

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