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Adult and Child Flue Vaccines Now Available at the Meriden Health Department
September 26, 2013
Adult and child seasonal influenza (flu) vaccines are now available at the Meriden Health Department. Flu season runs from October to May, with activity usually peaking between December and March. Vaccination is the most effective way to protect yourself, and others, from the flu. Yearly flu vaccination is recommended for anyone over the age of 6 months. Any persons allergic to eggs or any part of the flu vaccine cannot get the vaccination.The cost of the adult vaccine is $25.00 (cash only please) for self-pay clients. Medicare and Connecticare Medicare HMO are the only insurances accepted at this time. Child doses of the vaccine are available at no charge to Meriden residents.
The vaccine is given by public health nurses at the Clinic office, 165 Miller Street, on Mondays and Wednesdays by appointment. Please call (203) 630-4234 to make your appointment.
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