Sentara drive-thru flu shot event Oct. 1 canceled - To be rescheduled

)n Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center will host a free drive-thru flu shot event while supplies last at Christ Chapel, 13909 Smoketown Road, Woodbridge, VA 22191, as part of Sentara’s commitment to keeping the communities it serves safe.

This is a first come, first served free event for adults, 18 and older. Patients will receive a flu shot in the comfort of their vehicle. The public must wear a mask and all COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at all times.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), getting a flu vaccine is an essential part of protecting your health and your family’s health every year.

Flu symptoms are very similar to those of COVID-19. Both viruses are more severe for the elderly and those with underlying medical conditions.

Getting a flu shot to prevent the flu will allow healthcare professionals to better manage the COVID-19 pandemic, save thousands of lives, and preserve health care resources.

As part of Sentara’s commitment to keeping our communities safe, all Sentara employees, volunteers, and non-employed partners are required to receive a flu shot each year to help protect the communities we serve.

Drugstores and pharmacies are also offering flu shots, generally covered by insurance. Sentara patients can schedule an appointment online and visit their primary care office for a flu shot. For more information, go to http://www.sentara.com/flushotswoodbridge.

To schedule an appointment with a Sentara Medical Group provider, go to http://www.sentara.com/getcarenow