Influenza clinics
St. Norbert College Health and Wellness Services will be providing the 2008-09 influenza vaccine to current St. Norbert College students, active employees and their spouses.
Influenza vaccination dates
Thursday, Nov. 6th, 10 - 2 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 13th, 2 - 5 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 14th, 10 - 2 p.m.
Cost
The fee for this vaccination is $22.00.
Who should get the flu vaccine?
Category 1
- Persons 50 years of age and older.
- Adults who have chronic disorders of the pulmonary system (e.g., emphysema, chronic bronchitis or asthma).
- Adults who have chronic disorders of the cardiovascular systems (e.g., congestive heart failure).
- Adolescents receiving long-term aspirin therapy.
- Women who will be pregnant during the influenza season.
- Children age 6-23 months.
Category 2
- All healthcare workers.
- Providers of home care to people at high-risk.
- Household contacts of persons at high-risk.
- Household contacts and out-of-home caregivers, particularly for contacts of children age 0-23 months.
October is the optimal time to begin vaccination of persons in risk categories 1 and 2. November is the time to begin vaccination of others who wish to decrease their risk form influenza infection. Vaccination should continue for persons at high-risk and their contacts.
Additional information
For more information about influenza and tips on how to prevent it, download the
key facts brochure from the
Center for Disease Control. |
Tips for preventing the flu
- Wash hands frequently and keep hands away from nose, mouth and eyes.
- Cover mouth and nose with tissue when sneezing or coughing.
- Get at least 7-8 hours of sleep each night.
- Drink 8-9 glasses of water per day.
- If you think you have influenza, seek care early.
Symptoms of the flu
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Headache
- Body aches
- Extreme weakness
- Inability to do daily activities
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