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H1N1 Flu Outbreak Causes Concerns

 

The Latest  Information on Seasonal and H1N1 Influenza

Dr. Rudolf Kotula

With the help of Rudolf Kotula, M.D., Infectious Disease(ID) Specialist with Methodist Physicians Clinic, we have assembled information, tips and tools about the outbreak and ways to keep your family healthy.

 

View our compilation of information from the Centers for Disease Control and World Health Organization for breaking news and the latest updates.


Douglas County H1N1 Public Vaccination Clinics

         

NEW Douglas County Health Department Public Vaccination Clinics

The Douglas County Health Department (DCHD) has announced its free public H1N1 and school-based vaccination clinics. Doses will be given to those persons in the CDC-identified groups below.

  • Pregnant women
  • Children 6 months through 24 years of age
  • Anyone who cares for an infant under 6 months
  • Health care and emergency medical services personnel
  • Anyone 25 through 64 years of age with a chronic health condition which puts them at higher risk for severe complications

Douglas County Public Clinic Information and Flu Vaccination Forms

Seasonal Influenza Vaccine

    
Currently, we have a supply of seasonal influenza vaccine.  Please contact your clinic to schedule a convenient time, and to confirm availability.  

 

For Parents

    Dr. Kotula answers questions parents have about caring for a sick child and keeping their family healthy during the flu season.
 
  

Keep your sick kids home from school. Visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1 for more information.


Infectious Disease Services at Methodist Physicians Clinic