Drive-Up Flu Shots to Begin Oct. 1

Mercy Convenient Care – 79^th Street in Fort Smith will offer drive-up flu shots beginning Oct. 1.

Drive-up flu shots will be available seven days a week for anyone 18 and older. The shots will be available from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily at Mercy Convenient Care – 79^th Street, 3505 S. 79^th St. in Fort Smith.

Those wanting to receive shots through the drive-up clinic should park in one of four designated spots at the clinic, have their insurance information ready and call the clinic to register by phone. The number is 479-709-8686. A clinic staff member will conduct a brief phone registration before meeting the patient at their car to administer the flu shot. Masks are recommended.

Flu shots will also be available inside Mercy Convenient Care – 79^th Street as well as at other Mercy locations. Mercy continues to require masking and social distancing inside all facilities.

For questions, please call Mercy Convenient Care – 79^th Street at 479-709-8686.