Tuesday, 13 November 2007 10:37

Senior Flu Shot Clinics Thursday

Three flu shot clinics for seniors will be held this Thursday. Amador County Public Health is holding an early bird clinic Thursday at 6:45 - 7:30 a.m. at the Public Health office at 1003 Broadway, Suite 203, Jackson. From 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., another clinic will be held at Our Lady of the Pines Church off Tiger Creek Road, Pioneer, and then Thursday afternoon from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., at Upcountry Community Center 19999 Highway 88, Pine Grove.

These clinics are targeted for high-risk individuals including those 60 and over or those with chronic medical conditions or children 6 months to 5 years. The cost is $20 for high-risk individuals and the Health Department will bill Medicare for those who are eligible. To find flu shots at other locations, go to the following websites: www.findaflushot.com www.raleys.com  www.flumist.com  In addition to flu vaccine, there are other measures to take to avoid catching the flu and/or spreading it. These include: Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home when you are sick to prevent others from catching your illness. Cover your mouth or nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.