30 second rap promoting H1N1 vaccine. Video courtesy of the Boston Public Health Commission
H1N1 vaccine is now available. It's a good time to get vaccinated:
Everybody six months of age and older in King County is now eligible to receive H1N1 influenza vaccine. Check with your health care provider or the list of participating pharmacies to see if you can get vaccine there. If you cannot afford the vaccine, please come to one of the free vaccination clinics.
Vaccination is particularly important for people who are the most likely to get very ill or hospitalized from H1N1, or spread it to someone in a high risk group. This includes pregnant women, people who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age, people between the ages of 6 months and 24 years old, people between 25 through 64 years of age with chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems, and healthcare and emergency workers.
The Flu Hotline is transitioning to recorded messages only (English and Spanish) at 5:00 pm, Friday, January 22, 2010. Callers can still listen to important health and safety information about H1N1 influenza 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by dialing 877-903-KING (5464).
Most people don't realize the impact that Public Health has on their lives, but there are examples all around you. Public Health isn't something that matters to someone else - Public Health is your health.
Welcome to the Public Health - Seattle & King County Web site. I'm David Fleming, Director and Health Officer.
You will find a broad range of information on health topics that helps our community stay safe from health threats, promotes better health and helps people get access to the health care they need. We welcome you to explore and enjoy the site, and your comments and questions are most welcome.
