NEWARK, NJ - City residents can obtain free influenza vaccinations from now until March 2019 at multiple locations throughout Newark.

Residents must present proof of residency at the site, which includes a personal identification card or a utility bill with their name and address on it.

The program is organized by the Newark Department of Health and Community Wellness. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka urged people with chronic medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, lung or heart disease to get vaccinated.

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“Newark residents should get their flu shots to ensure their physical health and well-being during this season,” Baraka said in a statement. “We are offering free flu shots at various locations throughout the City and encourage all Newark residents to take advantage of this service. Protect yourself, your children, and your community by doing your part to reduce the spread of the disease.”

There are many different strains of flu viruses and they are constantly changing. The flu can lead to hospitalization or death even for healthy young children or adults.

Over 30,000 laboratory-confirmed flu-related hospitalizations were reported from Oct. 1, 2017 to April 28 this year, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. More than 180 pediatric deaths were reported as of Oct. 6 to the CDC for the 2017-2018 season, the highest ever reported during a flu season.

Officials recommend people wash their hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand rub during the flu season. When sick, limit your contact with others to prevent the spread of infection.

The city released locations where residents can obtain a free flu shot throughout October. Beyond October, residents should call the city's Department of Health and Community Wellness at (973) 733-7643 to learn where they can get the vaccination.





Date Time Site Address Thursday October 18 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. City Hall 920 Broad St. Rm. B28 Friday October 19 9 a.m. until completed Apostle House 16-18 Grant St. Monday October 22 8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. Ironbound Community Corp. 432 Lafayette St. Tuesday October 23 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Northward Center 346 Mt. Prospect Ave. Wednesday October 24 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. La Casa de Don Pedro 23 Broadway Thursday October 25 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. La Casa de Don Pedro 282 First Ave. Friday October 26 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Grace West Manor Senior Building 301 Irvine Turner Blvd. Monday October 29 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. (staff) 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. (staff) NDH&CW (Room 205) M.E. Mahoney FQHC (Zen Room) 110 William St. 394 University Ave. Tuesday October 30 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. New Community Corp. Covenant House 563 Orange St. 330 Washington St.

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