The United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC), local health officials and doctors recommend vaccination as the first and most important prevention strategy for both seasonal influenza and H1N1 influenza.
Eligibility for H1N1 vaccination in Whatcom County has been expanded to all over 6 months of age. Now that the vaccine is open to everyone the Whatcom County Health Department urges all residents to get the vaccine. Vaccine is available in several Whatcom County locations including local pharmacies, medical provider offices, and at scheduled community vaccination clinics. Details can be found on the Whatcom County Health Department website.
Seasonal flu vaccine is available. You can receive the vaccine at your primary care provider’s office or at a community clinic (PDF).
Updated: May 6, 2010
