Seasonal Flu Vaccine Clinics
We will be offering Seasonal Flu vaccine by appointment after regular business hours in order to accommodate our patients. Those who meet the criteria for high risk by the CDC will be scheduled for our first clinics. FLUMIST, a nasal flu vaccine, is available for non-high risk children age 2 and older. Please tell the scheduler which you prefer for your child when booking your appointment. Only flu shots or Flumist Nasal Spray will be administered at flu clinics.
CLINIC DATES for 2009/2010:
- Saturday, September 19
- Wednesday, September 30
- Saturday, October 3
- Wednesday, October 7
- Saturday, October 17
- Saturday, November 7
- Wednesday, December 2
- Saturday, December 19
- Wednesday, January 6
SEASONAL FLU VACCINES ARE RECOMMENDED FOR:
- All children aged 6 months to 18 years.
- Children (and adults) diagnosed with any chronic disease affecting the lungs, heart, kidneys, liver, blood or immune system. This includes ALL children with asthma and diabetes.
- All household contacts of children and adults with chronic disease or immune suppression.
- All household contacts of children less than 6 months of age.
- NOTE: Children who are severely allergic to eggs should NOT receive the flu vaccine. Any questions? Please contact our office.
BOOSTERS: If your child is 8 years of age or younger, and it is his or her first time getting the flu vaccine, they will need a second dose 4-6 weeks after the first dose. If your child only received one dose last year (and it was his/her first year getting the flu vaccine), he/she will need 2 doses this year in order to be adequately vaccinated.
RESTRICTIONS: Flu clinics do not allow time to discuss medical concerns about your child. Please call the office during regular office hours to speak to a nurse or doctor or to receive any other vaccines.
Please call (630) 848-1700 to schedule an appointment.