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News | Sept. 15, 2025

Flu Vaccines Have Arrived at Fort Riley

By Jorge Gomez

FORT RILEY, Kansas  –   Flu season is here, and Irwin Army Community Hospital has received its first shipment of flu vaccine. The Public Health team is finalizing logistics to vaccinate employees who are required to receive the flu shot as a condition of employment, as well as to support Retiree Appreciation Day with high-dose flu vaccines.
 
“Our priority is to protect the health of Soldiers, families, retirees, and our own staff,” said 1LT Natalia Sotomayor-Oyola, Fort Riley Public Health Nurse. “With vaccine now on hand, our team is ready to move quickly so that everyone can be vaccinated safely and efficiently.”
 
For All Fort Riley Beneficiaries
 
November
  • Nov. 5 – Custer Hill Youth Center (1500–1900)
  • Nov. 12 – Colyer Forsyth Center (1500–1900)
  • Nov. 19 – Forsyth School Age Center (1500–1900)
December
  • Caldwell Clinic (0800–1400): Dec. 2, 4, 9, 11, 16 & 18
  • Appointments will be required.
Stay Updated
The hospital’s Public Health team will continue to post updates as additional vaccine shipments arrive or event details are finalized. Follow Irwin Army Community Hospital on Facebook or subscribe to IACH Updates via email to stay informed.
 
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