AFM Flu Vaccine Clinics for 2012
All AFM locations are hosting Flu shot clinics on the following dates:
- Thursday September 28th , 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Friday September 29th, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Evening Flu Shot Clinics at Timberline(2025 Bighorn Road) and Horsetooth Offices(3519 Richmond Drive)
- Thursday September 27th 5:00 -8:00 PM
- Friday September 28th 5:00-8:00 PM
Who should get vaccinated?
Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine each year. This recommendation has been in place since February 24, 2010 when CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)voted for “universal” flu vaccination in the U.S. to expand protection against the flu to more people. While everyone should get a flu vaccine each flu season, it’s especially important that certain people get vaccinated either because they are at high risk of having serious flu-related complications or because they live with or care for people at high risk for developing flu-related complications. Patients with severe egg allergies should consult with a physician prior to receiving flu vaccination.
Please visit the link below to the Centers for Disease Control to review all of the information about Influenza.
The physicians at Associates in Family Medicine strongly recommend following the universal flu guidelines as outlined above. Influenza is a serious yet potentially preventable illness. Please call any of our office if you have any questions.
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/keyfacts.htm
Follow the link below to see videos prepared by the CDC regarding Flu vaccination.
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0E50E20C63FC98D0&feature=plcp