For the 2025-2026 flu season, the CDC still recommends most people 6 months and older get a flu vaccine. A recommended time frame suggested is between September and October- but hopefully by the end of October. Individuals can get a flu vaccine all season long while supplies are available.

This year, the Hancock County Health Department West Virginia will again be providing Fluarix, a pre-filled syringe, Trivalent formula, which does not contain thimerosal.

Call for eligibility & to see if any fees apply.

The health department will also be providing FluMist, a live attenuated influenza vaccine- administered as a nasal spray. This also does not contain thimerosal.

The FluMist supply is for West Virginia residents, ages 2 years through 18 years, non-pregnant, with no underlying medical conditions. A child must have West Virginia Medicaid, or health insurance that doesn’t cover vaccines or have no health insurance. No fees if one meet eligibility guidelines.

Call the Hancock County Health Department at 304-564-3343 with questions and to schedule an appointment.