Carson City Health Department makes FluMist nasal spray vaccine available
After a long delay from the manufacturer, Carson City Health and Human Services says the FluMist nasal spray vaccine option is now available at both our Carson City and Douglas County clinic locations.
The FluMist protects against four strains of the flu virus and can be used in children, adolescents and adults ages 2 to 49 years. Flu rates are affordable; we accept Medicaid, Nevada Check Up, and most private insurances. Call 887-2190 or 782-9038 for more information.
FluMist will be available beginning the week of November 16 at our walk-in clinics (no appointments needed) during the following days/times:
Carson City Health and Human Services 900 E. Long Street
Thursdays, 8:30–11:30 a.m. and 1–4:30 p.m.
Douglas County Community Health 1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville Mondays, 1–4:30 p.m.
Those who should not get FluMist include those with a severe allergy to eggs; have ever had a life-threatening reaction to flu vaccinations; or are 2 through 17 years old and take aspirin or medications containing aspirin. Those with asthma, weakened immune systems, or are pregnant or nursing should not get FluMist, but should get the flu injection instead. The flu shot also protects against the four strains of the flu virus.
As the flu season is starting to ramp up, The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) continues to recommend flu vaccination for all people 6 months and older. Neighboring California has recently experienced two deaths from the flu, one under the age of 65 and one under the age of 1 year. Overall, vaccination is your best protection against getting the flu. If you have not already had the vaccine, it is still recommended that you get vaccinated.
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