Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) will offer a 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine clinic for Oakland County residents on Thursday, November 5, 2009, from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. In cooperation with The Palace of Auburn Hills, the Health Division will be distributing the 2009 H1N1 vaccine this Thursday at the following location:

2009 H1N1 Flu Clinic
Thursday, November 5, 2009, 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Palace of Auburn Hills*
6 Championship Drive
Auburn Hills, Michigan

* Please do not contact The Palace directly. If you have questions about this clinic, contact the Oakland County Health Division Nurse on Call at 800-848-5533.

The Health Division is discouraging anyone from arriving early due to the fact that The Palace doors will not be open until 2:00 pm.

The initial supply of H1N1 vaccine is limited. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has provided strict guidelines identifying the target population as those who are at greatest risk for severe disease.

The target population is strictly identified as:
·Pregnant women
·Children and young adults 6 months through 24 years of age
·Caregivers for children under 6 months of age
·Adults 25 through 64 years of age with underlying medical conditions
·Healthcare and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) workers

“Due to the overwhelming response to the three 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine distribution clinics already held, we are moving to a large venue. The Palace has ample parking and with its open floor plan, it is our hope to have abundant space indoors for people in line,” states Kathy Forzley, Manager/Health Officer, Oakland County Health Division. “We strongly encourage only those in the target population for Oakland County to visit this clinic and get vaccinated against H1N1”.

Please continue to check our website at www.oakgov.com/health or call the Health Division’s Flu Shot Hotline at 800-434-3358 for the most up-to-date information.