Sanford hosts Boo to the Flu
Oct. 9, 2023
Contact:
Jessica Schindeldecker
Sanford Health Media Relations
(701) 200-6080 / jessica.schindeldecker@sanfordhealth.org
FARGO, ND. – Sanford Children’s is thrilled to announce our upcoming “Boo to the Flu” events, an exciting and child-friendly flu vaccination event.
The event, designed to create a positive and enjoyable experience for kids, will take place throughout the community in the weeks leading up to the flu and spooky seasons. One of the unique features of these events is the encouragement for children to wear their favorite costumes. This playful addition not only adds to the festive atmosphere, but also empowers children, making them more comfortable and excited about the vaccination process.
“We understand that getting shots can be intimidating for children,” said Dre Blotsky, Sanford Fargo Children’s, clinic director. “Through ‘Boo to the Flu,’ we want to make this experience a positive and memorable one. By wearing costumes and participating in interactive activities, we hope to create an environment where children feel safe, happy and more willing to receive their flu vaccine.”
Children and their caregivers are invited to attend one of the following “Boo to the Flu” events near you:
• Friday, Oct. 13, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Sanford Valley City, 520 Chautauqua Blvd., Valley City, 701-845-6000
• Sunday, Oct. 15, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sanford Grand Forks, 1750 47th Ave. S. Grand Forks, 701-757-8700
• Friday, Oct. 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Sanford Devils Lake, 618 14th Ave. NE, Devils Lake, 701-544-7000
• Saturday, Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to noon at Sanford Southpointe, 2400 32nd Ave. S., Fargo, 701-234-8830
An appointment to participate in “Boo to the Flu” is required. Appointments can be scheduled through My Sanford Chart or by calling the clinic.
For more information, visit sanfordhealth.org, keywords: Boo to the Flu.
About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization serves more than one million patients and 201,000 health plan members across 250,000 square miles. The integrated health system has 46 medical centers, 2,800 Sanford physicians and advanced practice providers, 170 clinical investigators and research scientists, 186 Good Samaritan Society senior living centers and world clinics in nine countries around the globe. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.
