There are lots of people with the flu in Northern Nevada, and plenty of grumbling from people who got a flu shot, and still got sick anyway. But Heidi Parker, Executive Director of Immunize Nevada, says the flu shot could be the difference between ending up in the hospital or just feeling sick at home. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says this year’s most prevalent strain of the flu is the deadliest. Nationwide, 20 children have died from the flu this season, the flu shot, even at less than 100% effectiveness can prevent that. There will be a free pediatric flu vaccine clinic Tuesday, January 23rd at Shoppers Square in Reno, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. It is made possible through the Washoe County Health District, Renown Health and Immunize Nevada. It’s open to everyone.