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Hawkins County Rogersville Health Department OfferingFree Flu Shots Oct. 20th for Fight Flu TN 2026

The Hawkins County Rogersville Health Department of theTennessee Department of Health will be providing free flu shots, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00p.m., on Tues., Oct. 20, 2026, at Hawkins County Rogersville Health Department, 201 Park Blvd, Rogersville, TN 37857, participating in the statewide 2026 Fight Flu prevention effort. They will also have free flu shots available at Hawkins County Courthouse, 100 E Main Street, Room 205, Rogersville, TN from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.All Tennesseans, ages six months and older, are encouraged to get an annual flu shot. The flu virus can move easily from one person to another and spreads through respiratory droplets in coughs and sneezes. The virus can be present on surfaces, such as doorknobs and countertops, and tissue paper for up to two days. Pregnant women, infants, the elderly, and those with chronic medical conditions are at the highest risk of getting the flu and facing its severe complications. Flu symptoms can include mild to severe cough, fatigue, fever, headache, muscle aches, sore throat, and stuffy or runny noses.Precautions to prevent the spread of the flu virus include proper handwashing with soap and water, covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or the bend of an elbow, and staying home if you are sick. Please contact the Hawkins County Rogersville Health Department at 423-272-7641 for more information about the flu clinics. Walk-ins welcome, no appointment necessary! Click to visit the Fight Flu website and visit the Fight Flu event location map to find thesite closest to you and its hours of operation. On the event location map, enter your address and find the closest site for a free flu shot on Oct. 20th.
Church Hill, Tenn. – The Hawkins County Church Hill Health Department of the Tennessee Department of Health will be providing free flu shots, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00p.m., on Tues., Oct. 20, 2026, at Hawkins County Church Hill Health Department, 247 Silver Lake Road, Church Hill, TN 37642, participating in the statewide 2026 Fight Flu prevention effort. They will also have free flu shots available at Mount Carmel Senior Center, 100 Main Street East, Mount Carmel, TN from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Hawkins County Health Department to Host National Prescription Drug TakeBack Day in Partnership with Local Police October 24

 On Saturday, October 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Hawkins County-Church Hill and Rogersville Health Departments are hosting a National PrescriptionDrug Take Back Day event to collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other forms of prescription drugs. The Take Back Event Collection does not accept syringes and sharps.  Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in their original container. The cap must be tightly sealed to prevent leakage. For more than a decade, the national event has helped Americans easily rid their homes of unneeded medications—those that are old, unwanted, or expired. Take Back Day offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at close to 5,000 local drop-off locations nationwide.What: National Prescription Drug Take Back DayWhen: Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Who: Church Hill Health Department and Church Hill Police DepartmentRogersville Health Department and Hawkins County Sheriff’s OfficeWhere: Church Hill Health Department – 247 Silver Lake Road, Church Hill TNRogersville Health Department – 201 Park Boulevard, Rogersville TNIn partnership with local law enforcement, Take Back Day has removed 20.4 millionpounds (10,200 tons) of medication from circulation since its inception.If you have any questions about these community events, please contact the HawkinsCounty-Church Hill Health Department at 423-357-5341 or contact the Hawkins County-Rogersville Health Department at 423-272-7641.For more information about the services the Health Departments offers, visitwww.tn.gov/health/northeast-region

Tennessee WIC Program Supports Healthy Families

Church Hill, Tenn. - The Tennessee Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants,and Children, also known as WIC, continues to provide important nutrition support andeducation for eligible families across Tennessee.WIC is a supplemental nutrition program that provides food benefits, nutrition education,breastfeeding support, and referrals to other health, well-being, and community-based services.The program serves pregnant women, postpartum women, breastfeeding women, infants, andchildren up to age 5.“WIC is more than food assistance,” said Shaun Street, County Director. “It is a valuable resourcethat helps families access healthy foods, receive nutrition education, and connect with supportduring some of the most important stages of growth and development.”Families who qualify receive a TNWIC card, which is used to purchase food benefits at approvedgrocery stores. WIC foods include nutritious options such as fruits, vegetables, dairy products,cereal, whole grain products and other approved items that support the health of mothers,infants, and young children.The WICShopper app is also available to help participants view their benefit balance, findapproved stores, and check approved food items while shopping.WIC services are available through local Health Departments and WIC clinics. Telehealthcommunication may also be available at some service locations. Applicants must meet incomeguidelines or already participate in programs such as Medicaid/TennCare, SNAP, or Families First.Families interested in applying for WIC should contact their local Health Department or WIC clinicto make an appointment. To contact the Church Hill - Hawkins County Health Department call,423-357-5341. For more information, visit https://www.tn.gov/health/wic.html or call the WICHotline at 1-800-DIAL-WIC. The WIC Hotline is available Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m.to 4:30 p.m. C