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December 21, 2009

H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinic Scheduled for Dec. 29

Ames , Iowa - Story County Public Health will hold a vaccination clinic for both H1N1 and seasonal flu at First Evangelical Free Church on Tuesday, Dec. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. First Evangelical Free Church is located at 2008 24th St. in Ames.

The H1N1 vaccine will be administered to anyone over the age of 6 months. Children ages 9 and younger who received one dose of H1N1 vaccine (mist or shot) will need a second dose. There needs to be at least 28 days between the first and second dose. There will be no charge for the H1N1 vaccine. The seasonal flu vaccine will be available for $25.

Story County Public Health has established a Web site and hot line to keep residents informed. Residents are encouraged to access http://www.storycounty.com or call the public health hot line at 515-233-7577 for the latest information and updates on both seasonal influenza and H1N1.

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