LUTCHER — St. James Parish Hospital is hosting its annual Flu Shot Fair in October. Patients, ages 3 and up, will be able to choose from several day or evening options and bypass the scheduling process to get their vaccinations.

St. James Parish Hospital’s Flu Shot Fair will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday from Oct. 5-28.

Flu vaccines will be offered in the medical plaza located next to St. James Parish Hospital.

The hospital is also offering expanded evening options throughout October.

Patients who cannot attend during the day can get their vaccinations during normal Urgent Care Hours. St. James Urgent Care is open from 5 to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Patients are reminded to bring their insurance cards. Uninsured patients can receive the vaccination for $30.

Flu Fair attendees will not be charged for an office visit.

The CDC recommends everyone six months and older receive a flu vaccine each season, especially those at high risk of serious complications from influenza.