Flu Vaccine

Fairfax County Residents Urged to Get Flu Shot Now Flu Shots Available at Health Department District Offices

October 5 , 2007

The Fairfax County Health Department encourages all residents to protect themselves against influenza (flu), a contagious viral respiratory illness, by getting a flu shot now.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the supply of vaccine for this flu season is abundant and all are encouraged to get a flu shot, particularly those at greatest risk for complications from flu.

“Flu vaccines are available in our District Office clinics at this time. We would like to see more people come to us for their shot,” said Gloria Addo-Ayensu, M.D., Fairfax County health director. “Because it can take up to two weeks for a flu shot to provide protection, people should not wait.” Flu season typically runs from October until April, when people spend more time indoors. The illness peaks in January and February.

Flu vaccines are available by appointment and on a walk-in basis at the Health Department’s five district offices in Fairfax County. The cost is $25. County residents can contact their nearest district office below:

Falls Church District Office: 703-534-8343, TTY 711

Herndon-Reston District Office: 703-481-4242, TTY 711

Joseph Willard Health Center, Fairfax City: 703-246-7100, TTY 711

Mount Vernon District Office: 703-704-6100, TTY 711

Springfield District Office: 703-569-1031, TTY 711

 For more information about flu or the flu vaccine, or to speak to a public health nurse, call the Health Department at 703-246-2411, TTY 703-591-6435.