The coming of Fall is also the start of the flu season. Now is the time to get flu
vaccine. The Calaveras County Public Health Department recommends getting a flu vaccination every year to assure protection throughout the flu season. Flu season can start as early as October and continue through March. “Each year I remind people that flu can be serious,” stated Dr. Dean Kelaita, Health Officer. “Every year people die from seasonal flu,” added Kelaita. Everyone over 6 months should get flu vaccine.
Some children, youth and adults are at risk of serious illness and possibly death if they are not protected from the flu. They need to get flu vaccine now.
· Adults 50 years of age and over
· Pregnant women
· Children and youth 5-18 years on long term aspirin therapy
· Everyone with chronic health conditions (including diabetes, kidney, heart or lung disease)
If you care for an infant less than 6 months or persons with chronic health conditions, you can protect them by getting flu vaccine.
Even if you had a flu vaccination last year, you need another one this year to be
protected and to protect others who are at risk. The Public Health Department will offer a series of 5 community flu clinics.
Public Health Department Seasonal Flu Clinics
Day | Date | City/Town | Location | Time |
Tuesday | October 11th | San Andreas | San Andreas Library 1299 Gold Hunter Road | 2 pm-4:30 pm |
Monday | October 17th | Valley Springs | Good Samaritan Community Covenant 4684 Baldwin Street | 10 am-12:30 pm |
Wednesday | October 19th | Arnold | Independence Hall 1445 Blagen Road | 10 am-12 pm |
Tuesday | October 25th | West Point | Community Hall | 10 am-11:30 am |
Tuesday | November 1st | Angels Camp | St. Patrick’s Church 820 South Main Street | 10 am-12:30 pm |
The pneumonia vaccine will also be available at the clinics while the supply lasts. The flu vaccine and pneumonia vaccine are $16 each. Medicare Part B is accepted for both vaccines. No one will be denied service due to inability to pay. For more information about the vaccine or the clinics, contact the Public Health Department at 754.6460
Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or visit the Public Health website at www.calaveraspublichealth.com.
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