The Saint Joseph-Buchanan County Health Department has received 120 additional doses of flu vaccine. It’s for qualified residents 18 to 64 years of age who are not pregnant. The department also has flu vaccine for children who qualify for the Vaccines For Children program. The three-strain shots are available while supplies last.

Officials say large numbers of confirmed flu cases have been confirmed in Northwest Missouri. The highest numbers are in the 5 to 14 year age group and the 25 to 49 year age group. If you haven’t had a flu shot yet, the health department is urging you to protect yourself and your family and get one.