Influenza

Influenza, commonly called "the flu", is a highly contagious disease that is caused by a virus, which infects the respiratory tract (nose, throat, and lungs). Unlike the common cold, the FLU can cause severe illness and life-threatening complications in many people of all ages. Nationwide each year, between 140k-710k people (20,000 children) are hospitalized from flu related complications and between 12k-56k people die, including more than 2,450 children since 2003. 

If you are:

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 - a medical clinic that offers free services OR

- a college/university enrolled in the Alana Yaksich College/University Flu Vaccination Challenge, 

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you are eligible to apply for a vaccine assistance grant. Funds must be used to purchase flu vaccine for underserved/underinsured populations. 

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For more information on how to schedule and host a flu clinic at your school or community location, click below for  guidelines, requirements,  and how to request a date & time.