Free flu immunizations for Miami-Dade seniors

MIAMI SPRINGS, Fla. (AP) -- Seniors in Miami-Dade County can get their flu immunizations for free.

Miami-Dade County Commissioner Rebeca Sosa is partnering with the Miami-Dade County Health Department to offer free flu immunizations for residents who are 65 and older. The immunizations will be administered Thursday at the Miami Springs Recreation Center.

A county news release says the event is open to everyone. Children can also receive the immunization at no cost, but adults will have to pay $25.

Health officials say the flu can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. They recommend getting vaccinated every year.

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