Liberty News
Liberty County Health Department to Hold Drive-Through Flu Vaccination Clinic October 27
October 12, 2011 - The Liberty County Health Department will hold a drive-through flu vaccination clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 27, at the James A. Brown Park in Hinesville. Flu vaccine will be available for $25. Cash, Medicaid, and Medicare will be accepted. No appointment is necessary. To download the flu vaccine consent form before arriving at the clinic, click here.
Neither the flu shot nor the nasal spray can cause the flu. The shot is approved for use in people 6 months of age and older, including healthy people, people with chronic medical conditions and pregnant women. The nasal spray is approved for use in healthy people 2-49 years of age who are not pregnant. The 2011-2012 flu vaccine will protect against three strains of influenza virus.
"We want to make it as convenient as possible for the residents of Liberty County to get vaccinated against the flu and holding a drive-through clinic is the best way to do that," said Liberty County Health Department Nurse Manager, Annie Washington, R.N. "All you have to do is roll down your window and roll up your sleeve. It's as simple as that."
The flu virus is easily spread through coughs and sneezes and by touching something with the virus on it and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth. That's why good health habits are also important including staying home when you're sick; avoiding close contact with people who are sick; coughing or sneezing into your elbow and not your hand; washing your hands often with soap and water; and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
For more information please visit the Coastal Health District's website at www.gachd.org or the CDC's influenza web site.