News Release

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Physicians Group is now offering flu shot clinics throughout northeast Indiana, including in Kosciusko County, for both patients and the public to protect themselves ahead of the upcoming flu season.

Flu shots will be available for individuals aged 6 months and older, including the regular trivalent vaccine that covers three flu strains and the high-dose vaccine recommended for those aged 65 and older, who may have a less robust immune response.

“Although we can’t know for sure how this flu season will unfold, it’s crucial to take all possible steps to protect your health,” said Dr. Scott Stienecker, medical director of epidemiology and infection prevention at Parkview Health. “Influenza is a potentially serious respiratory illness, and vaccination remains one of the most effective ways to prevent it or reduce its impact.”

Influenza (flu) viruses affect and can be fatal for vulnerable populations in Indiana. According to the Indiana Department of Health, 5% to 20% of the nation’s population contracts the flu annually.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated, particularly those at higher risk for severe complications. This includes older adults, pregnant women, young children and individuals with heart, lung or kidney disorders, as well as chronic conditions like asthma, obesity or weakened immune systems.

Children younger than 5 — especially those younger than 2 —  are at a higher risk for serious flu complications. While older children are generally not at high risk themselves, they can still transmit the virus to more vulnerable family members. The flu can spread starting a day before symptoms appear and up to seven days after becoming sick.

Flu shot clinics will be offered at multiple Parkview locations across northeast Indiana. For a complete list of flu shot clinic locations and hours, visit parkview.com/flu.

In Kosciusko County, clinics are set from 8 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Mondays-Fridays at Parkview Physicians Group – Family Medicine, 1355 Mariners Drive, Warsaw; from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays at PPG – Pediatrics, 1355 Mariners Drive, Warsaw; and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at PPG – Family Medicine, 5 Matchett Drive, Pierceton.

Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. To make an appointment, call (877) 774-8632. For individuals with health care coverage, insurance will be billed; otherwise, individuals will be billed for the shot fee.

Reminders

• Guests should wear clothing that allows clinic volunteers easy access to their upper arm to administer the vaccinations.
• Those experiencing symptoms of illness — such as sore throat, runny nose, cough, sneezing, fever, fatigue, muscle aches and/or headache — are asked not to receive a vaccine until symptoms are no longer present.