Prepare for the Flu Season

Each year, hundreds of community members take advantage of Monroe Clinic’s seasonal flu clinics. In order to maximize your ability stay healthy, anyone 6 months of age and older should be vaccinated.
The high-dose influenza vaccine, Fluzone High-Dose, designed specifically for people 65 years and older, is available. Studies have shown the vaccine offers older adults a better immune response, and therefore better protection, against flu. Ask your provider for details.
Monroe Clinic will also offer a Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccination (PPSV) at flu clinics. PPSV is a vaccine used to prevent pneumonia, pneumococcus and septicemia. It is recommended for adults 65 years of age or older, adults with chronic health problems, smokers and children older than 2 years with serious health conditions. Ask your healthcare provider if you qualify for PPSV.
If paying by cash or check, the cost for the regular flu shot is $32; intranasal $38; high dose $44 and $80 for pneumonia vaccine. Vaccinations may also be covered by insurance with the presentation of a Medicare, Medical Assistance or insurance card. Individuals are encouraged to wear short sleeves or a shirt with sleeves that can roll up to the shoulder to improve the administration of the flu shot.
Monroe Clinic’s area flu clinics are:
<strong>Monroe Clinic, Adult Medicine North, 515 22nd Ave, Monroe, Clinic 2nd floor. Appointments appreciated. Walk-ins welcome. Call (608) 324-2200.</strong>
Tuesday, September 1, 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, September 2, 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Monday, September 14, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, September 18, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, October 2, 8:00 a.m.–Noon; Wednesday, October 7, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, October 13, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, October 21, 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, October 28, 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, November 4, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Monday, November 9, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, November 13, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, November 20, 8:00 a.m.–Noon.
<strong>Monroe Clinic, Family Practice, 515 2nd Ave, Monroe, Clinic lower level. Appointments appreciated. Walk-ins welcome. Call (608) 324-2600.</strong>
Wednesday, September 30, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; Friday, October 2, 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, October 16, 8:00 a.m.–Noon; Saturday, October 24, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; Tuesday, October 27, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; Thursday, October 29, 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Saturday, November 7, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; Wednesday, November 11, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; Saturday, November 14, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; Tuesday, November 17, 1:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; Friday, November 20, 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, November 24, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; Monday, November 30, 1:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
<strong>Monroe Clinic, Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine, 515 22nd Ave, Monroe, Clinic lower level. Ages 6 months – 18 years. Appointment needed. Call (608) 324-2337.</strong>
Wednesday, September 30, 1:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, October 7, 1:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 10, 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; Wednesday, October 14, 1:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 17, 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; Wednesday, October 21, 1:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 24, 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; Wednesday, October 28, 1:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, November 4, 1:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Saturday, November 7, 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; Wednesday, November, 11, 1:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Saturday, November 14, 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; Wednesday, November 18, 1:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Saturday, November 21, 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
<strong>Monroe Clinic–Albany, 700 Carolan Drrive, Albany, Appointment needed. Call (608) 862-1616. </strong>
Tuesday, October 6, 8:00 a.m.–Noon; Wednesday, October 21, 8:00 a.m.–Noon.
<strong>Monroe Clinic–Blanchardville, 309 South Main Street, Blanchardville, Appointment needed. Call (608) 523-4261.</strong>
Monday, October 5, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00–4:30 p.m.
<strong>Monroe Clinic–Brodhead, 1904 1st Center Avenue, Brodhead, Appointment needed. Call (608) 897-2191. </strong>
Tuesday, September 22, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, October 20, 9:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, October 28, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, November 11, 8:00 a.m.–Noon.
<strong>Monroe Clinic–New Glarus, 1800 Second Street, New Glarus, Appointment needed. Call (608) 527-5296. </strong>
Friday, September 25, 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, October 13, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, October 16, 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
The flu season starts in October and can last through May. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov/flu for complete vaccine guidelines and recommendations. Contact your Monroe Clinic primary care provider for further questions.
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Monroe Clinic is a not-for-profit, single hospital health system serving communities in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Sponsored by the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes, the system includes a multi-specialty physician practice with 119 employed providers, 11 clinic locations, a 24-hour emergency department, a home care and hospice agency, a retail health clinic and primary care sites offering preventive, acute and rehabilitative care. 
In 2014, Monroe Clinic provided $17.3 million, or approximately 10 percent of total net operating revenue, in unreimbursed services to benefit the communities we serve. Monroe Clinic earned five-star patient satisfaction rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for 2014, was named a Joint Commission “Top Performer” for 2013, and one of the 100 Top Hospitals® in the U.S. by Thomson Reuters in 2006 and 2008. The hospital building is certified LEED® Silver. For more information about Monroe Clinic, please visit monroeclinic.org.