It has been

an extremely unusual year for us all regarding influenza vaccination.

But thankfully, the waiting for vaccine to arrive portion is over.

We thank you,

the citizens of Fayette County for your patience and understanding.

At this juncture,

the Health Department staff has already administered some 2600 flu shots.

However, we would like to inform everyone that it is still not too late

to take flu and pneumonia immunizations.

Yes, the flu

season has begun. However, peak influenza activity (over the past 18 influenza

seasons) has peaked January through March.

The vaccine

will provide immunity two weeks after the injection is given. If taken

now, it will provide protection during this peak period.

Pneumonia vaccine

can be given at any time of the year and is always kept in supply at the

health department.

If given at

or after age 65, pneumonia vaccination should provide lifetime immunity.

If taken before age 65, a one-time booster of the pneumonia vaccine can

be administered after age 65.

If you have

been putting off getting your flu shot, or if you had simply forgotten

about it because of all the delays weve experienced this year: theres

no time like the present. Come in today.

Our hours of

operation are 8:30-4:00 Monday through Friday. If you have questions,

please call us at 770-461-1178 ext. 5416.

Have a safe

and healthy New Year.