The flu shots will be offered to community members in the hospital’s front lobby from 4:30 to 9 p.m.
To protect against the flu, patients should be vaccinated in October or November, according to the CDC.
In the week ending Oct. 27, U.S. influenza activity remains at a low level, but small increases in activity have been reported.
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