Guilford County Department of Public Health Offers Seasonal Flu Vaccine Appointments
The Guilford County Health and Human Services Agency - Department of Public Health is now offering appointments for the 2026-2027 seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine for anyone aged six months and older.
Appointments are available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the following clinic locations:
• 1100 East Wendover Avenue, Greensboro
• 501 East Green Drive, High Point
To schedule an appointment, call 336-641-3245. When calling to schedule an appointment, ensure that health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare or Medicare Supplement information is readily available.
Flu vaccinations also are available at pharmacies, private medical offices and some federally qualified health care centers. To find flu vaccines near you, visit vaccines.gov.
"I encourage Guilford County residents to get their seasonal flu shot to protect themselves, their loved ones and our community," said Courtney McFadden, Guilford County Public Health Director. "Vaccination is a simple, effective step toward a healthier flu season."
The Department of Public Health urges community members, both adults and children, with underlying health conditions to protect themselves and others by scheduling a flu appointment as soon as possible
In addition to getting a flu vaccination, the Department of Public Health also recommends the following infection-reducing measures:
- Staying home when you are sick
- Staying away from others who are sick
- Getting enough rest to avoid becoming sick
- Frequent handwashing
- Avoiding high-risk activities such as crowded spaces
- Consider masking during the peak of respiratory season
Respiratory virus surveillance data is published weekly by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and influenza surveillance data is published weekly by the CDC.
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