Immunizations

Influenza (also known as the flu) is a respiratory illness caused by flu viruses that can spread easily from person to person. Influenza can cause mild to severe illness. Symptoms usually are fever and cough or sore throat, and may also include headache, extreme tiredness, runny or stuffy nose, or muscle aches. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea can also occur, especially in children. 

What can you do? Get vaccinated! Everybody age 6 months and older should get influenza vaccine every year. 

Recommended FLU Resources:

CDC Influenza Vaccine Information 

CDC Influenza Vaccine FAQ

COVID-19 is a viral infection that may appear 2 to 14 days after initial exposure. Symptoms may range from mild to severe and possibly include fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea.

Those that are at more of a risk of infection include older adults, immunocompromised individuals, those with medical conditions, individuals with asthma and pregnant women.

The best way to protect yourself and your family is to get vaccinated and get up to date boosters. Those that are age 6 months and older should get vaccinated for COVID-19 annually. 

Additional COVID-19 Resources:
Safety of COVID-19 Vaccines

Getting Your COVID-19 Vaccine 

All Children through 18 years of age are eligible for VFC vaccines. All clients must have the appropriate designation in order to qualify for the vaccine Prevnar and Menactra. 

• West Virginia Law will require Tdap booster, & Meningococcal/Meningitis for students entering 7th grade. 
• A second meningitis (booster) is recommended for 16-18 year olds if only one dose of Meningitis was given between the ages of 11-15.
• We encourage all 11 year olds to get Gardasil/HPV/Human Papillomavirus Vaccine, and Varicella/chickenpox booster

Click below for the recommended vaccinations by age from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC):

Recommended Immunizations for Birth Through 6 Years Old

Recommended Immunizations for Children 7–18 Years Old

Vaccines offered include flu, pneumonia, Td (Tetanus, diphtheria), Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B. Vaccines for travelers are also available by request. Fees do apply for these vaccines. Call the Health Department for further information and/or to schedule an appointment. 

Click below for the recommended vaccinations by age from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC):

Recommended Vaccinations for Adults