Freeholder Gerald Thornton today announced several new December dates for Cape May County residents to get a free flu shot. All of these clinics will be held at the Department of Health, located at 6 Moore Road (building 17) in Cape May Court House (Exit 11 off of the Garden State Parkway). “Flu season typically peaks in our area between the end of January to the end of February,” said Thornton. “This holiday season; give the gift of good health by protecting yourself and your family from the flu.”
Free flu vaccinations will be offered on the following dates:
• Thursday, December 2nd: 1- 3 p.m.
• Wednesday, December 8th: 2 – 5 p.m.
• Wednesday, December 15th: 1- 3 p.m.
• Thursday, December 23rd: 2 – 4 p.m.
• Tuesday, December 28th: 9 a.m. – noon
These flu clinics are available for everyone 6 months of age and older. As a reminder, children who are between 6 months and 5 years of age who attend a licensed daycare or preschool must receive a flu shot by the end of December to continue attendance in January. “Children less than 9 years of age may need a booster dose one month after the first shot to be fully protected against the flu. Parents can call 465-1200 to find out if their child needs a booster dose,” said Health Officer Kevin Thomas.
For seniors, both the standard-dose and high-dose flu shots are available. “The high-dose vaccine is a stronger version of the standard flu shot that produces a greater number of antibodies, which is what the body uses to fight off viruses,” said Thomas. The standard-dose flu vaccine is available at no cost; the high-dose vaccine is available at no cost for seniors that have Medicare Part B as their primary payer. Seniors, who don’t have Medicare Part B as the primary payer but want the high-dose vaccine, can make a cash payment of $40. A receipt will be provided that can be submitted to their Replacement/Advantage plan for possible reimbursement.
For all flu clinics, persons with an allergy to eggs or latex or persons who have been told by a doctor that they have had Guillain-Barre syndrome need a prescription from their physician to receive a flu vaccine.
Clinics will be held on a first-come, first-served basis while vaccine is available. Call ahead to 463-6581 or check the website at cmchealth.net to confirm the clinics will be held. Information on the new flu vaccine for seniors can also be found on the Department’s website.
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