H1N1 INFORMATION FOR OUR HEALTH PLAN MEMBERS
The H1N1 flu vaccine is now being shipped to each state and will soon be made available to the public.
Priority Populations
The H1N1 flu can pose a serious threat to certain people. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has identified certain groups to get the vaccine first, with other less risky groups to follow as the vaccine is made more available. Those who should get the vaccine right away are:
· Pregnant women
· Caregivers for children younger than 6 months
· Health care and emergency medical personnel
· Children and young adults from ages 6 months to 24 years
· People ages 25 through 64 who have other health conditions that might increase their risk for flu-related complications
Getting the Vaccine
Workforce Solutions, Inc. and UMR, have worked with a lot of different partners to make it easy for you to get the vaccination.
Public Health Clinics
You can get your vaccination for free at your local public health clinic
Doctors’ Offices
You can go to your doctor’s office or local clinic. The vaccination is free. There are no co-pays, deductibles or co-insurance fees.
Retail Pharmacies
Most major retail pharmacies will offer the vaccinations at no cost to you. Just show your medical ID card and identification, such as a driver’s license.
You should contact your public health clinic, local pharmacy or doctor ahead of time to be sure they have the H1N1 vaccine and enough supplies to give you the vaccination.
Visit UMR.com
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions—you’ll find answers to common questions about the H1N1 flu and the vaccine
Tips to Prepare You and Your Family for Flu Season
Links to the CDC and U.S. Health and Human Services Websites—for the most up-to-date information on the flu
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