HAMMONTON BLOG

With the cooperation of the Hammonton School District we are pleased to provide an H1N1 clinic that is more convenient to residents who live in the western part of Atlantic County, stated County Executive Dennis Levinson.

The countys previous H1N1 clinics have been held at the vacant Value City department store at the Shore Mall in Egg Harbor Township. That location was picked based upon its ability to accommodate large volumes of participants, its sizeable parking lots and its access by public transportation.
                                                                       
County health officials remind the public that children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (with proof of guardianship) to receive an H1N1 flu shot. A consent form must be completed for each individual who receives a shot.

Children 6 months through 9 years are required to receive two doses of vaccine, at a minimum of four weeks apart. It is not necessary, however, to receive the first and second doses from the same provider.

The injectable vaccine is NOT approved for use in people with life-threatening allergies to eggs or anyone who has experienced a life-threatening allergic reaction after a dose of seasonal flu vaccine. Those who are moderately or severely ill are advised to fully recover before getting the H1N1 vaccine.

Residents may also check for vaccine availability with their physicians, health care providers and area pharmacies.
                                                                                                                                                                       
For more information and H1N1 vaccine updates, please visit the county Web site at www.aclink.org or call the Atlantic County flu hotline at 677-5720. To find flu shot locations throughout the state, visit http://web.doh.state.nj.us/apps2/flu/fluschedules.aspx

Linda Gilmore
Public Information Officer
County of Atlantic
1333 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: (609) 343-2313
Fax: (609) 343-2194
Email: gilmore_linda@aclink.org