Media Advisory
Flu shots still available at county health centers
November 28, 2005
What
It's not too late to get a flu shot to protect yourself and your loved ones during the flu season, which usually peaks in February. Seasonal flu shots are being offered for adults and children over the age of six months at Contra Costa Health Services health centers around the county.
When & Where
Flu shots are being offered in Public Health Immunization Clinics at the following locations, and no appointments are necessary (flu clinics are closed on holidays):
2311 Loveridge Road
925-431-2400
2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon, Tues., Wed. & Fri.
Concord Public Health Immunization Clinic
2355 Stanwell Circle
925-646-5275
9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Mon. & Wed. (closed every 2nd Wed.)
2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Fri. & 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. every 4th Fri.
Richmond Health Center
39th St. & Bissell Avenue
510-231-8555
2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Mon, Wed. & Fri.
Bay Point Health Center
215 Pacifica Avenue
925-427-8300
8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wed.;
closed every 2nd Wed. of month
Brentwood Health Center
171 Sand Creek Road, Suite A
925-431-2400
2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tues.
Who
Anyone over the age of six months is welcome. Seniors age 65 and older, infants six to 23 months olds, pregnant women, and children and adults who have chronic disease, such as those of the heart, lung, kidney or blood, should get a flu shot. Flu shots are $10, but no one will be denied a shot if unable to pay.
For more information about flu shots, visit the Contra Costa Health Services website at cchealth.org or call 1-800-246-2494 or 925-313-6469.
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- Erika Jenssen
- 925-313-6734