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Walton County Health Department Continues Swine Flu Vaccinations
11/30/09 - 02:32 PM
Walton County Health Department
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Vaccinations for the H1N1 Swine Flu continue to be conducted by the Walton County Health Department.  Health officials urge residents that fall into at-risk categories to be vaccinated to limit their risk of exposure and transmission to others.  Vaccination is highly recommended for persons most at risk for complications to H1N1 Swine Flu, including:

pregnant women, people who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age, health care and emergency services personnel, persons between the ages of 6 months through 24 years of age, and people from ages 25 through 64 years who are at higher risk for H1N1 Swine Flu because of chronic health disorders or compromised immune systems.

The Walton County Health Department is currently targeting the above at-risk persons with walk-in clinics free of cost at both of its locations on the following dates and times.

Walton Co. Health Department, 362 Hwy 83, DeFuniak Springs
Dec. 8 - 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Dec.12 - 9 a.m.  - 1 p.m.   
Dec. 15 - 3 p.m.  - 7 p.m.
Dec. 22 - 3 p.m.  - 7 p.m.
Dec. 29 - 3 p.m.  - 7 p.m.

Walton Co. Health Dept. Coastal Branch, 361 Greenway Trail, Santa Rosa Beach
Dec.  9 - 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Dec. 12 - 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dec. 16 - 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Dec.  23 - 3 p.m.  - 7 p.m.
Dec.  30 - 3 p.m.  - 7 p.m.

The most effective precaution to fight influenza is getting vaccinated.  As additional supplies of vaccine are arriving regularly, some of the Walton County H1N1 vaccine allocation has been provided to local physicians, pharmacies and hospitals participating in the H1N1 vaccination program.  As the supply of vaccine increases, vaccination clinics will be opened to all who want to be vaccinated.

To prevent the spread of influenza, practice good hygiene regimes such as:

Wash hands frequently with soap and water or alcohol-based sanitizer
Cough and sneeze into sleeve or tissue, then dispose of tissue in trash
Keep those who are sick at home, except to receive medical care

Be sure to watch for symptoms of the flu illness such as headache or fever and a severe cough, runny nose, or body aches.  Phone your primary care physician immediately to determine if symptoms are serious enough to require prescription anti-viral medications.  If symptoms worsen or go away then worsen, contact your physician or local hospital. 


If providing home care for someone who is ill,
Do not share towels and bedding.  Laundry may be washed in a standard washing machine with warm water and detergent; bleach may be added but is not necessary.
Do not share eating utensils or dishes.  Soiled dishes and eating utensils should be washed either in a dishwasher or by hand with hot water and soap.
Disinfect surfaces that are frequently touched by the patient or are soiled with body fluids.  The bathroom should be cleaned daily, if possible.  Household utility gloves should be worn during cleaning.
Limit care giving to one person to reduce the chance of spreading the illness to the entire household.

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