H1N1 Vaccinations
The Clinton County Health Department will be on Kaskaskia College campus on
Tuesday, Nov. 17 from
9:30am-12:30pm and
4-6:30pm to give H1N1 vaccinations.
Location is the Life Long Learning Building.
The following people will be allowed to receive the vaccinations at that time:
Children and young adults ages 6 months through 24 years.
Healthcare students and workers including EMT and Paramedics
Pregnant women of any age
People who are caring for babies under age 6 months
People over the age of 24 who have any of the following health issues:
--Heart Disease (does not include high blood pressure)
--Lung Disease
--Kidney Disease
--Liver Disease
--Blood Disease including anemia and sickle cell
--Metabolic Disease including Diabetes
--Neuromuscular or Neurologic Disease...cerebral palsy, seizure disorders etc
--Weakened Immune System due to HIV/AIDS, Cancer, Long term use of Steroids
If you do not fall into one of these categories, an additional clinic will be held at a later date
for the general public and you can receive your vaccination at that time.
****Please note: The Child Care Center will given vaccinations on a different day
The Basics of Preventing the Spread of the Flu
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Wash your hands frequently with soap and water
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Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing (or a shirt sleeve or elbow if no tissue is available)
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Stay home if you feel sick
Know the Symptoms of the Flu
The symptoms of the H1N1 flu are similar to the symptoms of the seasonal influenza:
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Fever (a temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or 37.8 degrees Celsius or greater)
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Lethargy
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Lack of appetite
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Coughing
Some people with H1N1 flu have also reported runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Know What to Do About the Flu