H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Shots
Seasonal Flu Shots and the H1N1 Flu Virus
Seasonal Flu Shots
Seasonal flu shots are now available for those individuals aged 65 and over or for those patients with chronic health conditions that place them at greater risk for contracting the flu. Seasonal flu shots are available at AccessMD Urgent Care during all regular clinic hours.
H1N1 Flu Virus
H1N1 flu shots are now available at AccessMD Urgent Care. These flu shots are being offered during all regular clinic hours. No appointment is necessary.
H1N1 flu virus is a respiratory illness that causes symptoms similar to the symptoms of seasonal flu. It is spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing by people with influenza when droplets come into contact with another person’s eyes, nose, or mouth.
This information is intended to provide general health-related information about the H1N1 flu virus. It is not intended to replace medical consultation by your physician and/or other health care professionals.
Symptoms of H1N1
Fever, cough and one or more of the following:
· Sore throat
· Body aches
· Runny, stuffy nose
· Headache
· Fatigue
· Chills
· Some can have diarrhea and vomiting
Scientists are currently trying to determine how long people are contagious with H1N1 flu virus. We believe people are most infectious when they have a fever.
If you think you are sick with H1N1 flu virus
· Stay home if you're sick. Stay home until the fever is gone for 24 hours, without the use of fever-reducing medication.
· Avoid contact with other people as much as possible.
· Cover your mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing.
· Clean your hands regularly
If someone in my home is sick, but I am not, do I need to stay home?
You do not need to stay home if you are not sick. However if you start feeling sick, you should stay at home and minimize contact with others as much as possible.
H1N1 Flu Shots
H1N1 immunizations are now available at AccessMD Urgent Care. H1N1 flu shots are being offered during all clinic hours. No appointment is necessary.
Medications for H1N1 Flu Virus
Most healthy people get better on their own and do not need medication. However, a healthcare provider may recommend antiviral medications if you are very ill or have a high risk of complications with influenza (e.g. if you are over 65, chronically ill or pregnant).
