Geisinger offers flu shots and health resources at the Bloomsburg Fair

As the 171st Bloomsburg Fair quickly approaches, Geisinger will show its community support with volunteer teams set up throughout the fair. A Geisinger team will be in place at Gate 5, Monday, Sept. 28, through Friday, Oct. 2, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to welcome fairgoers, answer questions and share resources.

Fairgoers can protect themselves and their families ahead of the flu season by stopping by the Caleb Barton House to get their free flu shot on Monday, Sept. 28, Wednesday, Sept. 30, and Friday, Oct. 2, weather permitting. Flu vaccination is recommended each year to reduce the risk of illness and hospitalization during the flu season. 

Geisinger Health Plan’s Geisinger Gold team will also be in the Arts and Crafts building Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you’re 65 or older, stop by to learn more about Geisinger Gold Medicare Advantage. 

“The Bloomsburg Fair is a longstanding tradition that brings communities together from across our region, and Geisinger is proud to be a part of it,” said Alex Zimmerman, chief administrative officer of Geisinger’s central region. “We look forward to connecting with fairgoers, helping people stay healthy through flu vaccinations and celebrating the community spirit that makes this event so special.”

Geisinger hosting Saturday flu shot clinics

Flu season is quickly approaching, and Geisinger is making it easy to get vaccinated at Saturday drive-through events.

The first event will be held Saturday, Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drive-through flu vaccines will be available for anyone age 3 and older at dozens of participating Geisinger locations. Children 6 months and older can receive a flu shot at participating Geisinger pediatrics locations. The second Saturday flu shot clinic is scheduled for Oct. 17.

“The flu can lead to serious illness, hospitalization and missed time with family, work and school,” said Stanley Martin, M.D., director of infectious diseases at Geisinger. “Getting vaccinated is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself, your family and others who may be at higher risk for severe illness.”

Most insurance plans cover an annual flu vaccine. Patients will be asked to provide insurance information at the time of vaccination. Those without insurance can also receive a drive-through flu shot.

Saturday clinics will be held at the following locations:

Northeast Region:

Clinics

  • Geisinger Dallas (114 Lt. Michael Cleary Drive)
  • Geisinger Kingston (560 Pierce St.)
  • Geisinger Montage (5 Lakeview Drive, Moosic)
  • Geisinger Mountain Top (35 S. Mountain Blvd.)
  • Geisinger Pittston (42 N. Main St.) 
  • Geisinger Tunkhannock (809 Hunter Highway)

CommunityCare

  • CommunityCare Hazleton (426 Airport Road) 
  • CommunityCare Kistler Clinic (175 S. Wilkes-Barre Blvd.) – walk in only
  • CommunityCare Mt. Pleasant (531 Mt. Pleasant Blvd.)

Pediatrics

  • Geisinger Pediatrics Mt. Pocono (126 Market Way) – walk in only
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Scranton (5 Morgan Highway) – walk in only
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Forty Fort (190 Welles St.) – walk in only

65 Forward

  • Geisinger 65 Forward Hazleton (20 Diana Lane) – walk in only
  • Geisinger 65 Forward Kingston (499 Wyoming Ave.)
  • Geisinger 65 Forward Scranton (3 W. Olive St.)

Flu shots will also be available at the Bloomsburg Fair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 28, Sept. 30 and Oct. 2. 

Find more information about flu vaccines and Saturday clinic locations at geisinger.org/flu.

Geisinger Begins Hosting Super Saturday Flu Shot Clinics

Drive-through flu shots offered systemwide for access, convenience

Flu season is quickly approaching, and Geisinger is again making it easy to get vaccinated at Super Saturday drive-through flu shot events. 

This Saturday, Sept. 14, is the first Super Saturday event of the season. Drive-thru flu shots will be available for anyone age 3 and older at dozens of participating Geisinger locations. Patients 6 months and older can receive their flu shot at Geisinger pediatrics locations. 

All Super Saturday flu vaccine events are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Events will also be held Oct. 12 and Oct. 26.

“By getting immunized, you are protecting yourself against serious illness while also reducing your risk of getting hospitalized and keeping yourself from spreading the flu to those at high risk of severe illness, including children, the elderly and those immunocompromised,” said Stanley Martin, M.D., Geisinger director of infectious diseases.

Flu season typically begins in the fall and lasts throughout the winter, although the virus can be spread year-round. Peak flu activity is generally between December and February but can extend as late as May.

Super Saturday drive-throughs will be held at the following Geisinger locations:

Central Region:

Clinics

  • Geisinger Berwick (2200 W. Front St.)
  • Geisinger Medical Clinic Buckhorn (240 Mall Blvd.)
  • Geisinger Frackville (701 West Oak St.)
  • Geisinger Kulpmont (119 Nevada Drive)
  • Geisinger Lewisburg (250 Reitz Blvd.)
  • Geisinger Orwigsburg (300 Hollywood Blvd.)
  • Geisinger Pottsville (529 Terry Reiley Way)
  • Geisinger Selinsgrove (201 Roosevelt Ave.)
  • Geisinger Woodbine (16 Woodbine Lane)

Pediatrics 

  • Geisinger Pediatrics Pottsville (529 Terry Reiley Way)
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Lewisburg (55 Medical Park Drive)
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Woodbine (16 Woodbine Lane)
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Bloomsburg (2407 Reichard Road)

65 Forward

  • Geisinger 65 Forward Buckhorn (240 Mall Blvd.)
  • Geisinger 65 Forward Pottsville (529 Terry Reiley Way)
  • Geisinger 65 Forward Shamokin Coal Township (933 Route 61)

North Central Region:

Clinics

  • Geisinger Medical Clinic Lock Haven (68 Spring St.)
  • Geisinger Medical Center Muncy (255 Route 220)

Pediatrics

  • Geisinger Pediatrics Lock Haven (68 Spring St.)
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Muncy (255 Route 220)

Western Region:

Clinics

  • Geisinger Healthplex State College (132 Abigail Lane)
  • Geisinger Philipsburg (210 Medical Center Drive)
  • Geisinger Lewistown (21 Geisinger Lane)
  • Geisinger Mifflintown (27 CJEMS Lane,)

Pediatrics

  • Geisinger Pediatrics Healthplex State College (132 Abigail Lane)
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Lewistown (21 Geisinger Lane)
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Philipsburg (210 Medical Drive)

65 Forward 

  • Geisinger 65 Forward State College (293 Patriot Lane, Trader Joe’s Plaza)

Northeast Region:

Clinics

  • Geisinger Dallas Cleary Drive (114 Lt. Michael Cleary Drive)
  • Geisinger Kingston (560 Pierce St.)
  • Geisinger Mountain Top (35 S. Mountain Blvd.)
  • Geisinger Mt. Pocono (126 Market Way)
  • Geisinger Pittston (42 N. Main St.) 
  • Geisinger Mt. Pleasant (531 Mt. Pleasant Drive)
  • Geisinger Tunkhannock (809 Hunter Highway)

CommunityCare

  • CommunityCare Hazleton (426 Airport Road)
  • CommunityCare Kistler Clinic (175 S. Wilkes-Barre Blvd.)
  • CommunityCare Mt. Pleasant (531 Mt. Pleasant Blvd.)

Pediatrics

  • Geisinger Pediatrics Mt. Pocono (126 Market Way)
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Scranton (5 Morgan Highway)
  • Geisinger Pediatrics Forty Fort (190 Welles St.)

65 Forward

  • Geisinger 65 Forward Hazleton (20 Diana Lane)
  • Geisinger 65 Forward Kingston (499 Wyoming Ave.)
  • Geisinger 65 Forward Scranton (3 W. Olive St.)
  • Geisinger 65 Forward Wilkes-Barre (41 S. Main St.) – Oct. 12 and 26 only

Preregistration is not necessary. Just drive up, roll down your window, fill out a brief form and get your shot. Our drive-through event staff may invite you and your children inside if they believe you’ll be safer and more comfortable getting your shots there. 

For the full list of Super Saturday locations and tips to stay healthy this flu season, visit geisinger.org/flu.