[College Hill Topeka] Fwd: Media Release: SCHD to Begin Flu Vaccinations

[Katrina Shaw]

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From: Rachelle Vega-Retana <rvretana at topeka.org>
Date: Mon, Oct 11, 2021 at 9:48 AM
Subject: Media Release: SCHD to Begin Flu Vaccinations
To:




Topeka, Kan. – Fall is upon us, which means so is flu season. Flu vaccines
have just arrived at the Shawnee County Health Department (SCHD).

SCHD will begin giving flu shots to anyone six months and older starting
today Monday October 11th, 2021 with or without insurance.



Flu vaccines are available at our Clinical Services Division, 2115 SW 10th
Ave
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2115+SW+10th+Ave?entry=gmail&source=g>,
by appointment only.

Individuals can call 785.251.5700 to schedule an appointment for the
following clinic hours:



*Monday, Thursday, Friday*                *Tuesday*
*Wednesday*

8:00am - 11:00am                                10:00am -
1:00pm                    8:00am - 11:00am

1:00pm - 4:00pm                                    3:00pm -
6:00pm                    2:00pm - 4:00pm



This year’s vaccination protects against 4 strains of seasonal flu. The flu
shot will cause antibodies to develop in the body after vaccination.

These antibodies provide protection against infection from the flu virus.
CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older be vaccinated against flu.



It continues to be extremely important to protect those at higher risk for
flu complications. Many of these people are also at high risk for COVID-19
illness or other serious outcomes.

It is also important for caregivers and essential workers to protect
themselves and those around them from flu by getting a flu vaccine.



In addition to getting vaccinated, SCHD encourages residents to take the
following steps to help minimize the spread of germs:

   - Wash your hands
   - Cover your cough
   - Stay home if you are sick



For more information on seasonal flu visit the CDC Seasonal Flu webpage:

https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/keyfacts.htm.



Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and everyone entering the
building over the age of 2 is required to wear a mask.

If accommodations are needed due to a medical condition please call
785.251.5700.

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*Shawnee County Health Department is committed to working in partnership
with our community to promote and protect the optimal health of all people
by bridging gaps to eliminate health inequities, respecting the diversity
of our community, through adaptive and innovative processes.*



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<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2600+SW+East+Circle+Drive+%0D%0A+Topeka,+KS+66606?entry=gmail&source=g>

[image: Logo_Color_Transparent(3x2.5)]*Craig Barnes*

Division Manager

Community Health Outreach and
Planning

Shawnee County Health Department

2600 SW East Circle Drive
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2600+SW+East+Circle+Drive+%0D%0A+Topeka,+KS+66606?entry=gmail&source=g>

Topeka, KS 66606
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2600+SW+East+Circle+Drive+%0D%0A+Topeka,+KS+66606?entry=gmail&source=g>

http://www.shawneehealth.org/

785.251.5612 office

785.806.6310 cell

785.251.5696 fax





Rachelle Vega-Retana, Grants Administrator

City of Topeka, Dept. of Planning & Development

Division of Housing Services

620 SE Madison St
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/620+SE+Madison+St?entry=gmail&source=g>.
1st Floor – Unit 8

Topeka, Ks. 66607

Phone: (785) 368-4490

Fax:      (785) 368-2546

Email:    rvretana at topeka.org



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