The Camden County Freeholders are hosting a flu shot clinic at the Cherry Hill Municipal Building on Thursday, Oct. 10 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Even though the weather is unusually mild, some flu activity is already being reported in New Jersey. Flu activity usually peaks in the winter when people spend more time together indoors, so getting a flu shot now will provide protection. One of the vaccines this year covers four different types of seasonal influenza.
“In order to keep your family healthy this flu season, we encourage you to take advantage of this beneficial service provided by Camden County,” said Freeholder Carmen Rodriguez, liaison to the Camden County Health Department. “Flu shots are recommended to those in high priority groups including Senior Citizens, pregnant women and chronically ill individuals.”
Flu shots are also recommended to people with weakened immune or cardiovascular systems, or with chronic metabolic diseases, renal dysfunction or blood disorders.
Those ages nine years and older must be accompanied by an adult; those under the age of nine are not included in the program. Children under nine need two shots, a month apart, and should be seen by a pediatrician. For uninsured children, call CamCare at (856) 541–9811 or the Bellmawr Health Center at (856) 931–2700.
For other information, contact the county Department of Health and Human Services at 1–800–999–9045, or visit www.camdencounty.com.
