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Washington County Public Health Info: H1N1 FLU  Information Update.

WHO SHOULD GET VACCINATED AGAINST H1N1 FLU?

H1N1 vaccination is now recommended for ALL New Yorkers over 6 months of age, not just those in the initial priority groups. This includes senior citizens age 65 and older.

AM I ELIGIBLE TO GET THE H1N1 FLU VACCINE?

Yes. New York State is now making the vaccine available to ALL New Yorkers. During the first phase of New York’s statewide vaccination campaign, when supplies of vaccine were limited, the State designated the H1N1 vaccine for priority groups considered at highest risk of serious illness and complications from the flu and those at risk of transmitting the flu to vulnerable individuals. Now that there is an adequate supply of vaccine, the State has expanded access to the vaccine to ALL New Yorkers.

NOW IS THE TIME TO GET VACCINATED!

The H1N1 flu season is far from over. H1N1 flu activity is still widespread in New York State. Typically, the most flu activity occurs from January through March, and the flu season runs until May. Getting vaccinated now will provide protection for you against H1N1 flu for the rest of the season this winter and spring. 

THE H1N1 VACCINE IS SAFE. 

The H1N1 vaccine will NOT make you sick, but the flu WILL. Like the seasonal flu vaccine, the H1N1 vaccine has a very good safety record. Most people who receive the H1N1 flu don’t experience any symptoms afterwards; some feel a temporary mild soreness in the arm. The nasal spray vaccine is also safe, effective, and easy to use.

WHERE CAN I GET THE VACCINE?

The vaccine is available from many health care providers, community health centers, and now pharmacies. Check www.flu.gov to see if any vaccine clinics are scheduled at retail outlets near you.

Flumist nasal spray will be available and is encouraged for those 2-49 years old that are healthy. Individuals with asthma or other medical conditions such as heart, lung disease, blood disorders or diabetes cannot receive nasal mist.

There are important measures residents can take to reduce their chances of getting and spreading the flu:

• Covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or the crook of the elbow. Discard all tissues in the trash immediately after use

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water. Use alcohol based hand sanitizers if soap and water are not readily available.

• Keep your hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth

• Avoid close contact with those who are sick

• Stay home from work or school when you are sick. Do not return until you are fever free without medication for at least 24 hours.

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If you get sick with flu-like symptoms this flu season, you should stay home and avoid contact with other people except to get medical care. Most people with 2009 H1N1 have had mild illness and have not needed medical care or antiviral drugs and the same is true of seasonal flu.

However, some people are more likely to get flu complications and they should talk to a health care provider about whether they need to be examined if they get flu symptoms this season. They are:

-Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old
-People 65 and older
-Pregnant women
-People who have:

  • Cancer
  • Blood disorders (including sickle cell disease)
  • Chronic lung disease [including asthma or chronic obstructive • pulmonary disease (COPD)]
  • Diabetes
  • Heart disease 
  • Kidney disorders
  • Liver disorders
  • Neurological disorders (including nervous system, brain or spinal cord)
  • Neuromuscular disorders (including muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis)
  • Weakened immune systems (including people with AIDS) 

    • Also, it’s possible for healthy people to develop severe illness from the flu so anyone concerned about their illness should consult a health care provider.

    There are emergency warning signs. Anyone who has them should get medical care right away.

    What are the emergency warning signs?

    In children

    -Fast breathing or trouble breathing
    -Bluish skin color
    -Not drinking enough fluids
    -Not waking up or not interacting
    -Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
    -Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough
    -Fever with a rash

    In adults

    -Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
    -Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
    -Sudden dizziness
    -Confusion
    -Severe or persistent vomiting

    If you have further questions about H1N1 Flu you can call the New York State Health Department Hot Line at For questions, call the Department's hotline at 1-800-808-1987 or visit their website at www.health.state.ny.us*, the CDC website
    www.cdc.gov *
    or the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services FLU website http://flu.gov/*

    For more info Download / Print the following:
    - 2009 H1N1 and Seasonal Flu:
    What To Do If You Get Sick         Adobe pdf
    - H1N1 Advice for Pregnant Women Adobe pdf
    - Cover Your Cough Adobe pdf

    Immunization Clinic

    Washington County Public Health holds an Immunization Clinic every TUESDAY 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Child and adult vaccines are given during this clinic. Children's vaccines are priced at $6.00. Adult vaccines are priced per vaccine and prices vary. WCPH does not accept insurances. The clinic is first come first served, no appointment is necessary. 

    Well Child Clinic

    Well child clinics are held monthly. An appointment is necessary. Please call (518) 746-2400 for the current well child clinic schedule or to schedule an appointment. There is no well child clinic during the months of December or January.

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    Rabies Clinic

    Rabies clinics are held for animals throughout the year. New York State requires a current rabies vaccine for every dog, cat or ferret. These clinic are held at various locations in the county.

    All Dogs, Cats, and Ferrets should be vaccinated against rabies at 3 months of age and re-vaccinated one year later, then every three years thereafter. Please bring proof of any previous rabies vaccination. Vaccines are administered in accordance with the National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians (NASPHV). 

    All Washington County Rabies clinics are free to the public.
     

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    New The 2010 Washington County Rabies Clinic schedule can be downloaded or printed from the following link: 2010 Rabies Clinic Schedule Adobe .pdf

    If you need information call (518) 746-2400.

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