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Veterans can get a free flu shot on Monday; find a location near you

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Veterans who haven’t gotten their flu shot yet can get vaccinated for free next week.

American Family Care is offering free flu shots on Monday for Veterans Day.

The health care provider has several locations across Middle Tennessee, including locations in Nashville, Mt. Juliet, Smyrna and Hendersonville. Click here to find one nearest you.

According to American Family Care, there are 19.6 million veterans in the U.S., and 2 million of them do not have insurance. To get the free vaccine, you have to present proper identification.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says getting the shot is the best way to protect against the flu.