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Denton County Influenza Information
Denton County has established a Flu Hotline at 940-349-2584 for
any questions on both Seasonal Influenza and H1N1 Influenza.
The Denton County Health Department has concluded its seasonal flu vaccination
clinics.
If you were unable to attend one of our clinics but would still like to receive
a vaccination, please contact your local pharmacy to check on availability.
The Centers for Disease Control has identified the following population at
highest risk for complications with seasonal influenza:
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Children 6 months to 18 years of age
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Adults over age 50
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People with chronic medical problems
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People living in group shelters
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Pregnant women
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Those living with a high risk individual
H1N1 Influenza Update
The Denton County Health Department has now received some H1N1 vaccines in both
the intranasal and injectable forms. However, quantities have not been
sufficient to begin mass vaccinations. The vaccine that has been received
in Denton County has been allotted to hospital emergency rooms, first
responders, and health department personnel. This ensures that should we
have a severe outbreak front line staff can continue providing services.
The state anticipates receiving larger quantities of the vaccine by December
1st. Please continue checking the flu hotline
(940-349-2584), Denton County Health Department website, local television,
newspapers, and 2-1-1 for up to date information regarding vaccination clinics.
Other Important Facts:
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Denton County Health
Department H1N1 vaccines will be free to the general public
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Until mass
vaccination clinics begin, we strongly recommend that you check with your
primary care provider for vaccine availability and pricing.
Denton County Health Department is using CDC guidelines regarding
who is at greatest risk of developing complications from the H1N1 virus.
These population include:
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Pregnant Women
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People who live
with or care for children younger than 6 months of age
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Healthcare and
emergency medical service personnel
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Anyone 6 months to
24 years of age
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People ages 25 to
64 years who are at high risk because of chronic health disorders or compromised
immune system
Please understand that delays in distributing the H1N1 vaccine to the general
public are beyond the control of local health departments. When vaccine
supplies are sufficient they will immediately be made available to the public.
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