Breaking Health News
2/2/10 - It is not too late to be protected against influenza!
It is not too late for the seasonal flu vaccine. We typically see cases through April. We presently have available the inactivated (SHOT) form of the vaccine for ages 6 months and up.
INFLUENZA (including H1N1/Swine Flu) Information From Your Doctor
H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) and You - information for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Flu Vaccine Information:
Inactivated (Injectable) Influenza Vaccine 2009-2010
Live, Intranasal Influenza Vaccine 2009-2010
Inactivated (Injectable) 2009 H1N1 INFLUENZAVACCINE
Live, Intranasal 2009 H1N1 Vaccine
H1N1 vaccine is being distributed to the public health departments and large hospital organizations. We will not be able to distribute the H1N1 vaccine through our office. The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) has a website at which you can pre-register for H1N1 vaccine online. The registration papers you complete will save you time when going in for vaccination.
The following organizations also have information on vaccination :
| Organization | Phone |
|---|---|
| Cuyahoga County Health District | 216-201-2000, option 5 |
| Cleveland Heights | 216-201-2041 |
| Shaker Heights City Health Department | 216-491-3170 |
| Geauga County Health District | 440-279-1900, option 4 |
| Lake County Health District | 440-350-2543 |
| Portage County Health District | 330-672-6601 |
| Summit County Health District | 330-375-2876, option 5 |
| University Hospitals Health System | 216-844-7246 |
| Cleveland Clinic | 216-444-3771 |
| Walgreens Take Care Clinics |
Five Tips for Keeping Kids Flu Free
Some great suggestions from the Centers for Disease Control & Your Doctors here at Green Road Pediatrics --
Tip 1: Make sure your children get a seasonal flu vaccine and the 2009 H1N1 vaccine. The best way to protect against the flu – seasonal or 2009 H1N1 – is to get vaccinated. Children older than 6 months are a priority group for the H1N1 vaccine, which means they will be among the first to get the vaccine when it’s available. For more information about the H1N1 vaccine, visit http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination.
Tip 2: Encourage healthy hygiene in your home. Remind your kids to wash their hands and to cover their mouths with a tissue or shirt sleeve when they cough. Also, encourage them not to share drinks or eating utensils with their friends. For more guidance on hygiene tips for flu prevention, visit www.cdc.gov/cleanhands and http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/covercough.htm.
Tip 3: Make an effort to keep your kids’ play areas and toys clean. Use sanitizing wipes to wipe down toys, video games, and the computer. Visit http://nrckids.org for more information on cleaning in early childhood settings.
Tip 4: If your child has a fever or displays symptoms of the flu, including body aches, sore throat, headache or a cough, keep your child home from school.
Tip 5: Regularly visit www.flu.gov this flu season for the latest news about the flu and the vaccine, and for more tips to keep your family healthy this flu season.
Announcements
4-10-09: Reconcile your statement over the phone with our billing department by charging it to your Visa or MasterCard. You can reach them by calling us at (216) 382-3800 and choosing option #6.