Columbus Humane vaccine clinic serves more than just pets

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Columbus Humane hosted a free one health clinic Saturday, giving people the opportunity to get themselves and their pets vaccinated.

The event was in partnership with OhioHealth and the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging. The clinic offered access to flu vaccines and core animal vaccines including rabies. The event also had free pet food, grocery cards and supplies from the Mid-Ohio Food Collective.

Brittany Williams, Chief Advancement Officer of Columbus Humane says it was overwhelming to see how many people came to the event, but notes that this work is part of their mission for a reason.

"It's so important because it's needed. And people want to help their pets, they want to help their family. They want to help their family thrive, it's not just about surviving. It's how you can sustain and be able to thrive in your life," Williams said. "The very first person who was in line today got here at 6 a.m."

Organizers say they hope to continue events like this in the future whenever they must fill a need in the community.