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Seasonal Flu




Getting a flu vaccine is an important way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza. It's best time to get flu vaccine is in October - November. Flu season often peaks in February or later, so you can get the vaccine in December and January, and still be protected for the season.

To get a flu vaccine for yourself or your family

Check with your regular health care provider
  • CCHP members can call to make an appointment with the treatment nurse to get a flu shot by calling 1-800-495-8885.
  • Kaiser members call 1-800-573-5811 (1-800-KP-FLU-11) which is their flu shot hotline.
  • Other clinics in your area, check flucliniclocator.org.

Live Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine

Information about the nasal spray vaccine for healthy people 2-49 years old - information statement (PDF)

This vaccine is available in our Public Health Immunization Clinics.

Prevention

Prevention, Symptoms and Treatment Information

Hear the "Flu Song" (200k WAV format)


Content provided by the Public Health Division of Contra Costa Health Services.

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