Washoe County partners with local health organizations to provide free vaccine clinics for students.
The shot, named mFlusiva, is intended for adults age 50 or older.
A final back-to-school vaccine clinic offers families one more chance to update student shots before class.
Families can find free vaccine events this week as local groups prepare children for the school year ahead.
Moderna is seeking Food and Drug Administration approval of its new shot, dubbed mFlusiva, as an option for people 50 and older.
Flu cases are on the rise in northern Nevada, with 10% of all visits to urgent care or emergency rooms due to the illness.
The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child.
For decades, the government has advised that all babies be vaccinated against the liver infection right after birth.
Nevada Health Centers and Javara are looking for participants to join their clinical trial.
El Dorado County is offering free flu shots at community clinics next month for people of all ages