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It is that time of year again. Flu season.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone as an important step toward protection. The vaccine will provide protection throughout the season.
The Fairfield Health Department is offering the flu vaccine this month and next. The vaccine will be administered by appointment at the Public Health Nursing Office, which is located within the Fairfield Senior Center, 100 Mona Terrace. The vaccinations will be offered every Wednesday morning from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
According to the Health Department, the flu vaccine is for ages 4 and older. Pregnant women will need to bring a note from their doctor to receive the vaccine. The pneumonia vaccine is also available for those 65 and older and for younger people with certain long-term health conditions. Call the Public Health Nursing Office at 203-256-3150 for further information and to schedule an appointment.
The department accepts Medicare Part B, Healthnet Medicare and Anthem ID numbers that begin with “XG.” Without this insurance, the cost of the flu shot is $25 and the pneumonia vaccine is $45.
To obtain a consent form, which can be filled out ahead of time, go to http://www.fairfieldct.org/documents/2010/2010FluConsent.pdf. The form also will be available at the time of appointments.

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