Now’s the time to get that flu shot

Published January 13, 2005
Galveston Daily News
By Erin Graham

If you were among those who were unable to get a flu shot this flu season, you may have another chance at getting your shot.

The Galveston County Health District announced that, beginning Wednesday, the vaccine would be offered to those on an expanded list of those considered “high risk.”

People who are over the age of 50, those who come into contact with homebound people and home health care givers have been added to the list.

Those groups include children 6 months to 23 months of age, anyone with chronic medical conditions, pregnant women, nursing home or assisted living home residents, children on chronic aspirin therapy and medical workers.

If you fit into any of these categories, you ought to look into getting a vaccine. If you don’t, the health district continues to encourage you to take all precautions to avoid becoming ill.

Flu Shots Will Be Offered At Three County Clinics

• Texas City: 2000 Texas Ave.
  Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
  8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
  Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

• Dickinson: 905 Pine Drive.
  Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
  8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

• Galveston: 4700 Broadway.
  Mondays 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
  Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Information: www.gchd.org or (409) 938-2244.

.For More Information Contact:
Kurt Koopmann
Public Information Officer
Galveston County Health District
(409) 938-2211
kkoopman@gchd.org

Read the press release