New flu clinics next week

Waukesha County Public Health Division will begin the next round of free, H1N1 vaccination clinics starting Tuesday, Nov. 17.  The clinics are intended to provide both the intranasal and injectable H1N1 vaccine to Waukesha County residents in the following targeted groups:

• Health care and emergency medical personnel who have direct contact with patients or infectious material
• Pregnant women
• Persons who live with or provide care for infants age 6 months or younger, such as parents, siblings, daycare providers
• All children age 6 months to 18 years
• Adults age 18 through 64 who have medical conditions that put them at higher risk for influenza-related complications

The H1N1 vaccination will be given on a first come, first serve basis until the vaccine supply runs out at the Waukesha County Expo Center Forum Building on the following dates and times:

• Tuesday from 1 to 6:30 p.m.
• Thursday from 1  to 6:30 p.m.

For more information, and to learn more about the H1N1 virus and upcoming clinics please visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/pandemicflu or dial 2-1-1. This service will provide information on prevention and community resources. Your call to 2-1-1 is free and confidential, and is available throughout Wisconsin. 2-1-1 service is available 24 hours 7 days per week.  If your cellular provider does not allow calls to 2-1-1, please call (877) 947-2211 or (262) 547-3388.