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September 13 - September 29
Clinic is open every day
10 AM - 7 PM
Available vaccines:
Flu and COVID-19
Bring your insurance card with you, if you have one*
* There is no charge for Flu & COVID vaccines, however, if you have Medicare or private insurance, bring your insurance card for authorization on eligibility and coverage.
Promoting Good Health
For Our Rural Communities
Continuing its 157-year tradition of serving rural America, the National Grange is proud to sponsor Flu and COVID vaccination clinics at the Big E. We are committed to the health and well-being of rural communities!
Resources
National Grange Vaccination Clinic
Highlights from Big E 2023
In 2023, the National Grange with the support of New England Grange successfully launched its first vaccination clinic at the Big E, in partnership with USAging, PharMerica, Pfizer, Families Fighting Flu, and McUlsky Health Force. Over the 17 days of the fair, we administered more than 3,500 shots! This year, we're working with the same trusted team and are ready to provide great service again! Explore the photos below to see how it all came together.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are not sure, talk with a trusted healthcare professional to find out which vaccines are recommended for you. Learn more https://www2.cdc.gov/nip/adultimmsched/
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Why Should I Get Vaccinated?Getting vaccinated is the best way to reduce your risk of getting very sick if you do get these diseases. The people most at risk for getting very sick from these diseases are older adults, people with disabilities and people who have compromised immune systems or health conditions like asthma, diabetes or heart and lung disease. Resource: ADVC Vaccine Fact Sheet
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When Should I Get Vaccinated?Seasonal Flu (Influenza): Get in the fall every year. COVID-19: Everyone six months and older should get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. People who are immunocompromised may need additional doses of the updatedCOVID-19 vaccines and should speak with a health care professional Resource: ADVC Vaccine Fact Sheet
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Are Vaccines Safe?Yes. Hundreds of millions of Americans have safely received seasonal flu and COVID-19 vaccines. Vaccines do not cause diseases Resource: ADVC Vaccine Fact Sheet
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Do Vaccinations Cause Side Effects?Vaccines can have side effects, but most people experience only mild side effects - if any - after vaccination. The most common side effects are fever, tiredness, body aches, or redness, swelling and tenderness where the shot was given. Mild reactions usually go away on their own within a few days. Serious or long-lasting side effects are extremely rare, and vaccine safety is continually monitored Resource: ADVC Vaccine Fact Sheet
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What is the Cost?Typically, vaccines are covered by insurance. Many vaccines are covered under Medicare. If you have questions, contact a health care professional or your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) to learn what vaccines are covered by Medicare Resource: ADVC Vaccine Fact Sheet
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Where is the clinic located?We are located right in front of the New England Grange building, next to Gate 1. To make it easier to find us, click here to view our location on the fairgrounds. This link will open Google Maps, and you’ll be able to navigate directly to our tent!
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Who is the National Grange partnering with to host this clinic?We have several amazing and professional partners who made this initiative possible: USAging, PharMerica, Pfizer, Families Fighting Flu, McUlsky Health Force.
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Is this the same vaccination clinic at the New England Building that was held at the Big E last year?Yes! In 2023, the National Grange with the support of New England Grange successfully launched its first vaccination clinic at the Big E, in partnership with USAging, PharMerica, Pfizer, Families Fighting Flu, and McUlsky Health Force. Over the 17 days of the fair, we administered more than 3,500 shots! This year, we're working with the same trusted team and are ready to provide great service again!
NOTICE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC AND MEDIA RECORDING
By attending this event you enter an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur.
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Our partners
This project is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)) through USAging as part of a financial assistance award to USAging totaling $74,999,835 with 100 percent funding by ACL/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official view of, nor an endorsement, by USAging, ACL/ HHS, or the U.S. Government.
This website has been developed by McUlsky Health Force for the National Grange Vaccination Effort in 2023-2024.
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