Flu Clinic Scheduled In North Branford

From East Shore Health Dept.: As the influenza season nears its peak, the East Shore District Health Department will be coordinating another flu clinic in the coming week in conjunction with the Connecticut Department of Public Health. The January 27th “Influenza Vaccination Day” clinics across the state enabled over 1,000 residents to receive vaccinations. To build upon this success, we would like to expand the opportunity to provide vaccination services on Saturdays.

On Saturday, February 10th, between 3pm and 5pm a clinic will be held at the North Branford Fire Department EMS Headquarters (1315 Middletown Ave, Northford). ESDHD serves the town of Branford, North Branford and East Haven. ESDHD invites all community members to come to 1315 Middletown Ave, Northford (North Branford Fire Department EMS Headquarters) and receive a flu vaccination.

The clinic will be staffed by our dynamic health department nurses and staff.

With all of the talk of serious and deadly diseases that have flooded the media in the last month, it is more important than ever that we are able to provide residents along the shoreline as many opportunities to receive the flu vaccine.

• Vaccinations will be provided by Connecticut State licensed nurses.
• Vaccinations are FREE with or without insurance.
• We ask that residents with insurance, however, please have your insurance card with you or make a copy for us when you come to the clinic.
• Children younger than 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent.

Other important steps you can take to fight the flu this season:

~ Wash your hands and when soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.

~ Stay home if you are sick.

~ Take anti-viral drugs if your doctor prescribes them.

For More Information, Call 203-481-4233. And “Remember, vaccination is the best way to prevent getting the flu.”

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