The single best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu. There also are flu antiviral drugs that can be used to treat and prevent the flu. Doctor’s offices, pharmacies, and clinics often have flu vaccine available. Butte County Public Health sponsors many free vaccination clinics throughout flu season and offers free or low-cost vaccinations for eligible individuals in their Chico and Oroville health clinics.
Learn more about the flu by visiting our Flu FAQ page.
2022 (FREE) Flu Shot Clinics
To find a flu shot clinic location near you, visit: vaccinefinder.org.
Flu Vaccination for Pregnant Women
Pregnant women are at increased risk for having serious flu-related complications and are urged to get vaccinated. Pregnant women should ask their primary care provider or OBGYN about getting the flu shot. If the flu shot is not available through your provider, pregnant women can get vaccinated at the Public Health Clinic in either Chico or Oroville. A flu shot during pregnancy protects both mom and baby for several months after birth.
Flu Shot Clinics in Oroville
No scheduled clinics at this time.
Flu Shot Clinics in Gridley
No scheduled clinics at this time.
Flu Shot Clinics in Chico
For ages 3+. This year's flu vaccine is preservative free and is appropriate for pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. Free Vaccines available while supplies last. Sponsored by Enloe Medical Center.
The clinics will NOT have high-dose flu vaccines. If you are older than 65 and would like a high-dose vaccine, CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR PHARMACY.
When you attend, please:
- Wear a mask
- Wear clothing that allows for vaccination in your upper arm
- Do not block driveways or intersections
(Drive-Thru) Calvary Chapel, 1888 Springfield Drive
- October 4 | 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- COVID-19 boosters also available, book your appointment at MyTurn.ca.gov
- The line begins at Forest Avenue and Springfield Drive, behind Chico Marketplace.
(Walk-in) Chico Elks Lodge, 1705 Manzanita Avenue
- October 19 | 7-11 a.m. and 2-6 p.m.
- COVID-19 boosters also available, book your appointment at MyTurn.ca.gov
- Take East Avenue to Manzanita and enter the parking lot.