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February 2, 2010 It's still not too late to vaccinate... H1N1 / Flu Clinics for February Posted Date: 1/29/2010 3:15 PM The Yuma County Public Health District will offer H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines during the month of February from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Thursday in room # 256 (Nursing Division) located at 2200 W. 28th Street in Yuma. All clinics are open to persons of all ages with a physical address in Yuma County, and will be given on a first come, first serve basis. "Our goal continues to be engaging at-risk audiences who are not yet vaccinated, hesitant about vaccination, or unsure about where to get vaccinated," said Becky Brooks, Public Health District Director. "The number of confirmed cases of flu may be decreasing, however to protect yourself and your families I would still recommend to anyone that has not received the Seasonal or H1N1 vaccine to do so." Both the Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, referred to as the "flu shot" and Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccines (LAIV), better known as flu mist are available. There is no cost to individuals for the H1N1 vaccine. The Seasonal flu costs are: Adults - $25.00 and children - $10.00. Cash, Medicare, and AHCCCS accepted. Children who are under 10 years of age will need to have a second dose of the H1N1 vaccine in order to have full immunity. The second vaccine should be received at least 4 weeks after the first. To date, the H1N1 vaccine has been distributed to many area physicians, Frys, Mollen clinics, Walgreens, and Healthwaves and will continue to be allotted to them for the rest of the flu season. PLEASE REMEMBER: The 2009-10 Flu Season phone line is operational, and will provide recorded information regarding H1N1 and seasonal flu. The number is: (928) 373-1025. As always - Protect and Prevent: • Wash your hands with soap and warm water. • Try to avoid close contact with sick people. • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or sleeve when you sneeze or cough. • If you are sick, stay home. • Get the seasonal flu & H1N1 vaccine. • Stay informed. The Health District will continue to update the community with any additional information related to the flu season. |
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