Manitowoc Co. H1N1 flu vaccine clinic

MANITOWOC COUNTY - The Manitowoc County Health Department will be holding a H1N1 flu vaccine clinic this week. It will take place on Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Manitowoc County Expo Merchants Building.

The H1N1 flu vaccine will be available to the following target groups:

• Pregnant women

• Persons who live with or provide care for infants less than six months old

• Healthcare workers with direct patient contact

• Children aged 6 months to 4 years

• Children and adolescents aged 5-18 years who have medical conditions that place them at higher risk for influenza-related complications.

The H1N1 vaccine will be available as either a nasal spray or as a shot, depending on a person’s age and health factors.

More clinics will be scheduled in other areas of Manitowoc County as more vaccine becomes available.