Influenza Information
This page contains information and links related to influenza ("the flu").
Latest Information on H1N1 flu (12/11/2009)
H1N1 flu vaccine is now available to everyone in Hamilton County. It is no longer restricted to persons in high risk groups. It is felt that those target groups have now been sufficiently immunized, and the vaccine is now available in large enough quantities that everyone should now have the opportunity to receive it.
The Hamilton County Health Department is now scheduling appointments for H1N1 shots for the general public. On Monday, December 21st, Western Hamilton County residents can receive a shot at the Green Township Vaccination Clinic.
If you are interested in a shot, please follow the directions below:
Date: Monday, December 21
Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Location: Oak Hills High School, 3200 Ebenezer Road 45248
Must have appointment.
To receive an appointment, send an e-mail to: greenpod@hamilton-co.org
Include the clinic date in the subject line of the e-mail. Also include the name and age* of anyone being vaccinated in the e-mail message.
*If you are requesting a second dose for your child 9 or younger, also indicate the date of the child's first H1N1 vaccination.
Visit these links for more information about the flu:
Caring for the sick at home
Medications to lessen effect of flu
H1N1 Flu Fact Sheet
http://www.hamiltoncountyhealth.org
http://www.flu.gov/
http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/