As a follow-up to the announcement of the annual influenza
vaccination program for NIH employees, the NIH would like to provide information on
community based ‘flu shot clinics’ that are open to the public. By statute,
the NIH is limited to providing health services programs to Federal employees.
Individuals who are not eligible to participate in the NIH influenza
immunization program are encouraged to first contact their personal healthcare provider
as a source of vaccine. Alternatively, the vaccine is available through many community
resources (some of them are listed below). Several local companies, including Giant,
Safeway and CVS are providing ‘flu shot clinics’ at their stores.
The schedules for these clinics can be found on their websites, calling a store,
or by asking at the store pharmacy. In addition, both the American Lung Association
and Maxim Health Systems have websites that list locations around the Washington
metropolitan area that are providing the flu vaccine. State and county health
departments also provide similar lists of community resources.
The supply of flu vaccine is expected to be
sufficient to meet public demand. We encourage everyone and their families to consider
getting vaccinated.
Community Resources:
Giant
Safeway
CVS
Montgomery County Flu Information
Virginia's Pneumonia and Influenza Campaign 2008
Howard County Flu Clinic Schedule 2008
American Lung Association Flu Clinic Locator
Maxim Health Systems Flu Shot Locator
In DC, people who are uninsured or have limited insurance can get flu
and pneumonia shots by visiting one of the
Department
of Health (DOH) express clinics. Or call (202) 576-7130 for locations.
