Flu vaccine is given during the fall. Flu season usually peaks in the late winter or early spring. Remember that the flu virus in the vaccine is dead and the flu shot CANNOT give you the flu!
Individuals in the following groups are at the highest risk for serious flu-related illness and they should be first to receive the vaccine. These individuals should receive their flu shots in the fall and may get them as late as the end of December or as long as vaccine is available.
- Persons age 50 and older;
- Residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities;
- Adults and children with chronic illness or who have reduced immunity or HIV infection;
- Children and adolescents receiving long-term aspirin therapy;
- Pregnant women;
- All children six months to five years of age;
- Healthcare workers involved in direct patient care, and
- Family members, household contacts and out-of-home caregivers of children less than 6 months old or in a high-risk group
Remember: Even though early vaccination is best, it is not too late to get the vaccine in December or even January. Once you get the shot, you should have good immunity within two weeks that will last for months. If you feel you or your loved ones qualify for the vaccine, please call (678) 610-7199, extension 6522 for an appointment or stop by the Clayton County Board of Health.
The fee for the flu vaccine is $25.00. We accept cash, debit cards, MasterCard and VISA credit cards, Medicaid and Medicare, part B.