Health officials are reminding people to get a flu shot as winter approaches. Ian Stromquist of the Hood River County Health Department says getting a flu shot not only protects you, it protects others in the population who for some reason may not be able to get a flu shot. Flu shots are available from local health providers and pharmacies. The Hood River County Health Department will host a flu shot clinic this coming Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Parkdale Fire Department. Bring insurance information to bill or, if you do not have insurance, the cost will be $20.