PROTECTING YOU & YOUR FAMILY THIS FLU & COVID SEASON
Flu & COVID Vaccines
Staying healthy means being prepared. Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to protect yourself, your family, and your community from serious illness caused by respiratory viruses such as the flu and COVID-19. Build your immunity by getting the annual vaccine(s) you qualify for.
Flu Vaccine
Recommended for everyone 6 months and older. It’s especially important for young children, adults 65+, pregnant people, and anyone with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease.
COVID-19 Vaccine
Recommended for people who qualify to receive the COVID vaccine this season, which includes:
- Those aged 65 or older
- Those 6 months or older and have at least one of the following high-risk health conditions, including
- Cancer
- Diabetes (Gestational, Type 1or Type 2)
- Heart conditions and heart disease
- High blood pressure
- Chronic lung disease (such as asthma, COPD, or cystic fibrosis)
- Chronic kidney disease
- Chronic liver disease
- Disabilities (ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, learning disabilities, etc.)
- Dementia and Parkinson’s disease
- HIV
- Stroke
- Mental health conditions or mood disorders
- Sickle cell disease
- Pregnancy or recent pregnancy
- Overweight or obesity
- Smoking or history of smoking
- Substance use
- Lack of physical activity
- Solid organ or blood stem cell transplant recipients
- Tuberculosis
- Use of immunosuppressive drugs
Where to Get Vaccinated
Be sure to ask for your vaccine(s) during your appointment at any of these Hamilton Community Health Network clinics:
- Burton
- Clio
- Main (Flint)
- North Pointe (Flint)
- Lapeer
- We are also providing adult vaccines in the community at specific times at our Neighborhood Wellness Centers and through partnerships with local organizations.
Tips to Stay Healthy
- Wash your hands often with soap and water
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Cover coughs and sneezes
- Stay home if you’re feeling unwell
- Stay current with your vaccines
If You Do Get Sick
- Stay home and rest to prevent spreading illness
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Contact your healthcare provider if symptoms are severe or not improving
- Get tested if you think you may have COVID-19
REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT
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CALL 810-406-4246 APPOINTMENT REQUEST FORM
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