For Release: December 21, 2009                                Contact: Kate Fowlie, 925-313-6268

H1N1 Vaccine Now Open to Everyone at Contra Costa Public Health Flu Clinics

WHAT:        Anyone ages 6 months and older can now get free H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccine at Public Health vaccination clinics in December while supplies last. The priority group requirements have been lifted because more vaccine is available.

WHEN &
WHERE:         Locations (see website for maps):
Martinez, 30 Muir Road
Pittsburg, 186 East Leland, Veteran's Building
Richmond, 256 24th Street
Lafayette, 952 Moraga Road, old library building

Dates & Times:
Mondays, noon to 4 p.m., December 21 & 28
Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 22 & 29
Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 23 & 30

WHO:        Clinics are intended for people living in Contra Costa County. Only people older than 6 months of age who are not allergic to eggs can receive vaccine.

Information is subject to change based on vaccine availability. Check www.cchealth.org or call 1-888-959-9911 before visiting a flu clinic.