RCMS will be hosting flu clinics and combined flu shot/COVID-19 shot clinics during the 2021 flu season. Flu shot only clinics are currently being planned throughout the service area. Updates about event type, location, dates, and times will be posted here.
Please see our list of Frequently Asked Questions below for more information. Call (707) 884-4005 for questions.
Upcoming Flu Shot Only Clinic:
Gualala Saturday, November 20 9:00 am-12:00 pm Gualala Triage Shed at the RCMS Gualala Clinic 46900 Ocean Drive Gualala, CA 95445
Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
Who can get flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine? Anyone 12 years and older.
Can one get their flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine on the same day? Only at events posted as a combined clinic.
Is RCMS offering the high dose “senior flu shot”? No. We only have the standard dosing. This is the shot RCMS offers every year. The CDC advises that either the standard dose or high dose flu shot is acceptable for persons older than 65 years of age. If you want to get the higher dose “senior shot”, please check with commercial pharmacies outside our area. RCMS will not be offering the high dose flu shot.
Why should I get a flu shot? Influenza (the flu), like COVID-19, can cause some very serious respiratory illnesses. During COVID-19 times, it is much more important to prevent the flu, because having both infections in our community can increase risk for patients, but also increase confusion regarding “which illness” you have and can lead to challenges for our clinic and ambulance staff, as well as loss of time from school and work. Flu plus COVID-19 vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against potentially serious respiratory illnesses.
What if I cannot attend a flu/COVID vaccine clinic? RCMS is currently providing COVID-19 vaccines in the triage/screening house outside of the main Gualala clinic Mondays and Fridays from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We hope to soon start flu shots there as well. RCMS is also planning additional flu shot clinics throughout our services area. More information will be posted here once dates and locations are finalized.
What if my child is less than 12 years old? You can make an appointment for your child to get a flu shot at RCMS as a patient visit. Currently, COVID-19 shots have not approved for children under 12 years of age. Please call RCMS at 707-884-4005 to schedule an appointment.
