Seasonal Flu

For swine flu questions, call our Health Emergency Information Line at 1-888-959-9911. or see our page about swine flu.

Types of Flu

Don't be confused by the different types of flu in the news.

- Seasonal Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses.

- Swine Flu - See our fact sheet.

- Avian Flu is deadly to domestic fowl. Very rarely it can be transmitted from birds to humans.

- Pandemic Flu is flu that causes a global outbreak, or pandemic, of serious illness that spreads easily from person to person.

Getting a flu vaccine is an important way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza. The 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 the winter months and even as late as March, and still be protected.

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.
Flu vaccine will be available in our Public Health Immunization Clinics - beginning November 10th through Spring 2009

Live Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine

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

This vaccine will be available in our Public Health Immunization Clinics - beginning November 10th through Spring 2009

Prevention

Prevention, Symptoms and Treatment Information

Links

Podcast: Flu Season is Here & Flu Shots are Available

Families Fighting Flu - Video

Influenza and Vaccination (National Foundation of Infectious Diseases)- Video

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