The Chicago Department of Public Health has also collaborated with Aldermanic offices and various community partners to host Immunization events where residents can get their flu shot. Residents can attend any of the walk-in clinic events and should bring their Medicare or insurance card if they have one.
42nd Ward Flu Shot Clinic
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
12:00pm – 3:00pm
First United Methodist Church at Chicago Temple
77 W. Washington Street
In addition to vaccinations, everyone can take the following basic precautions to avoid the flu:
- Wash your hands regularly with soap and water. Teach children the same healthy habits.
- Make an extra effort to clean commonly-touched surfaces, such as countertops, tables, doorknobs, telephones and TV/stereo remote controls.
- Do not share anything that goes in the mouth, such as drinking cups and straws.
- Eat more whole grains, vegetables and fruit, get enough rest and stay physically fit to help the body fight off disease.
- If you have the flu or any cold, do not infect others. Cover your nose and mouth when you cough and sneeze, and promptly discard used facial tissues. If you are ill, stay home from work or school until you recover.
To get vaccinated, talk to your doctor or call a pharmacy. If you do not have a doctor, call 311 to locate one CDPH’s Fast Track Immunization Clinics. You can also use the Flu Clinic Finder to locate a place nearby.
