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Mecklenburg Co. taking appointments for H1N1 vaccinations

(The following information is from the Mecklenburg County Health Department.)

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - The Mecklenburg County Health Department is taking appointments for Mecklenburg County Health Department is now taking appointments for priority groups to get the H1N1 (Swine Flu) vaccination. Vaccine supplies have now reached adequate levels to allow health department nurses and staff to administer the H1N1 vaccination to:

• Pregnant women
• People who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age
• Persons between the ages of 6 months and 4 years old
• Children 5 through 18 years of age who have chronic medical conditions

Appointments can be made by calling 704-432-5100.

As vaccine shipments become more plentiful, there will be expanded options for those who wish to be protected from the H1N1 virus. You should first check with your personal medical provider to see if they are administering the vaccine. Many pharmacies and grocery store pharmacies are also expected to receive limited quantities of the H1N1 vaccine for public distribution.

Prevention and good personal hygiene can help you stay healthy this flu season. Go back to basics. Frequent hand washing, covering your cough, and staying home when sick are keys.