The fall brings you changing colors, colder temperatures, warmer drinks, and for some, new immunizations. The Door County Public Health Department launched its fall immunization clinics last week, distributing seasonal flu and COVID vaccines on Washington Island, the Door County Government Center in Sturgeon Bay, and the ADRC of Door County in Sturgeon Bay. The biggest change from the last two years concerns with the COVID vaccines, which due to the national emergency designation of the pandemic, were free to the general public. Now, only those enrolled in Medicaid/BadgerCare+, traditional Medicare Part B without supplement, or United Healthcare Medicare Advantage can get it for free. For all others, the COVID-19 vaccine is available for $120, though that could reimbursed through your private insurance. Flu vaccines range from $40 for the standard dose and $75 for the high dose. Shauna Blackledge from the Door County Public Health Department says your health is worth the investment, especially if you are subject to serious illness.
Appointments are required to get vaccinated through Door County Public Health. You can call 920-746-2234 or click this link to make arrangements.
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