October 19, 2007

ADULT FLU SHOTS
The Midland Health Department will host a flu vaccination clinic for senior citizens and those with chronic medical conditions.

Friday October 26, 2007
8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Midland Health Department

The Midland Health Department will observe CDC’s (Centers for Disease Control) recommendation for administering vaccine to high priority groups which includes:

• Adults aged 50 or older
• Persons aged 19-49 with one of the following chronic medical conditions
  • Pulmonary (emphysema, asthma)
  • Cardiovascular
  • Metabolic (diabetes)
  • Renal dysfunction
  • Hemoglobinopathy
  • Immunosuppression, including HIV infection
  • Conditions that compromise respiratory function or increase the risk of aspiration
  • Conditions that increase the risk of influenza complications
  • Residents of long term care facilities
  • Pregnant women past the 1st trimester

The cost of the flu vaccine is $15.00; however, a Medicare Card will be accepted in lieu of payment. 

* Children’s Flu vaccine (ages 6mos. -18yrs) will be available at a later date.

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