An annual flu shot is recommended for:
* People 50 years of age and over.
* All children 6 months of age up to 18 years of age.
* Household contacts and out of home caregivers of infants 0 to 23 months of age.
* Residents of a long-term care facilities housing persons with chronic medial conditions.
* People who have long-term health problems with: heart disease, kidney disease, lung disease, diabetes, asthma, anemia.
* People with a weakened immune systems.
* People 6 months to 18 years of age on long-term aspirin treatment.
* Women who will be pregnant during influenza season.
* Physicians, nurses, family members, or anyone else coming in close contact with people at risk of serious influenza.
* Anyone else who wants to reduce their chances of catching influenza.

An annual flu shot should be considered for:
* People who provide essential community services.
* People at high risk for flu complications who travel to the Southern hemisphere between April and September, or who travel to the tropics or in an organized tourist groups at any time.
*People living in dormitories or under other crowded conditions, to prevent outbreaks.

Influenza Symptoms:

Sudden onset of fever, chills, muscle aches and fatigue. Persons developing flu like symptoms should drink plenty of fluids, get plenty of rest and take Tylenol to relieve the symptoms.

NO ASPIRIN FOR TEENAGERS OR CHILDREN SUFFERING FROM FLU LIKE ILLNESSES. Use of aspirin in children and teenagers during bouts of flu or chicken pox has been associated with Reye Syndrome illness. Give Tylenol or aspirin free medication for fever.

Pneumonia shots:

Who should get the pneumonia shot:
*individuals 65 years of age or older
*with chronic health problems

2008 FEE SCHEDULE
Flu Shot: $30.00 fee
or

Covered by Medicare Part B = no cost to you.
The Winnebago County Health Department will bill Medicare Part cB for the service. **Must present your Medicare Part B card and apicture ID at time of service.
or

Covered by the following supplementary Insurances: OSF Care Preferred, or Unicare Security Choice, or Secure Horizon Direct, or Humana Gold Choice = no cost to you.

The Winnebago County Health Department will bill the supplementary insurances for the service. **Must present your card and a picture ID at time of service.
or

Covered by IPA Medical Card = no cost to you.
The Winnebago County Health Department will bill Illinois Public Aid for the service. **Must present your valid Medical Card and a picture ID at time of service.

Pneumonia Shot: $45.00 fee
or

Covered by Medicare Part B = no cost to you.
The Winnebago County Health Department will bill Medicare Part B for the service. **Must present your Medicare Part B card and a picture ID at time of service.
or

Covered by the following supplementary Insurances: OSF Care Preferred, or Unicare Security Choice, or Secure Horizon Direct, or Humana Gold Choice = no cost to you. The Winnebago County Health Department will bill Care Preferred for the service. **Must present your card and a picture ID at time of service.

Winnebago County Health Department
2008 Flu and Pneumonia Clinic Dates

Saturday, October 4, 2008
St. Bridget Catholic Church: Parrish Hall
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
604 Clifford Avenue, Loves Park, IL 61111

Sunday, October 5, 2008
St. Bernadette Catholic Church
8:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
2330 Bell Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103

Monday, October 6, 2008
Heartland Community Church @ Colonial Village
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
South Alpine & Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108

Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Forest Hills Lodge
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Forest Hills Road & 173, Loves Park, IL 61111

Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Pecatonica United Methodist Church
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
420½ Washington Street, Pecatonica, IL 61063

Thursday, October 9, 2008
YMCA Northeast Branch
7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
8451 Orth Road, Loves Park, IL 61111

Thursday, October 9, 2008
South Beloit Junior High School
3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
850 Hayes Avenue, So. Beloit, Il 61080

Saturday, October 11, 2008
Westlake Village: Community Center
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
3627 Westlake Village Drive, (North of Route 20),
Winnebago, IL 61088

Sunday, October 12, 2008
St. Edwards Church
8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
3004 11th Street, Rockford, IL 61109

Monday, October 13, 2008
Village Hall of Cherry Valley
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
806 E. State Street, Cherry Valley, IL 61016

Monday, October 13, 2008
Roscoe United Methodist Church
1:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
10816 Main Street, Roscoe, IL 61073

Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Heartland Community Church @ Colonial Village
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
South Alpine & Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108

Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Kenrock Community Center: Gymnasium
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
3218 – 11th St., Rockford, IL 61109

Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Milestone Bingo Center
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
4060 McFarland Road, Loves Park, IL 61111

Thursday, October 16, 2008
Northeast Christian Church
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
5651 East Riverside Rd., Rockford, IL

Friday, October 17, 2008
YMCA Downtown Branch
7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
200 Y Boulevard, Rockford, IL 61107

Saturday, October 18, 2008
St. Peter Catholic Church
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
1234 North Church St., Rockford, IL 61102

Saturday, October 18, 2008
St. Anthony Catholic Church
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
1010 Ferguson Street, Rockford, IL 61102

Sunday, October 19, 2008
St. Anthony Catholic Church
8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
1010 Ferguson Street, Rockford, IL 61102

Sunday, October 19, 2008
St. Peter Catholic Church
8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
1234 North Church St., Rockford, IL 61102

Monday, October 20, 2008
Peterson Meadows
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon
6401 Newburg Road, Rockford, IL 61108

Monday, October 20, 2008
Forest Hills Lodge
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Forest Hills Road & 173, Loves Park, IL 61111

Tuesday, October 21, 2008
1st National Bank of Winnebago
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
500 North Elida, Winnebago, IL 61088

Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Garden of Prairie Rose Complex
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
4711 Prairie Rose Road, Roscoe, IL 61073

Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Heartland Community Church @ Colonial Village
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
South Alpine & Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108

Wednesday, October 22, 2008
United Lutheran Church
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
3630 North Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61102

Thursday, October 23, 2008
Durand United Methodist Church
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
102 East Main Street, Durand, IL 61024

Thursday, October 23, 2008
Dolphin Swim Club
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Riverside Rd & Perryville Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111

Friday, October 24, 2008
Rockton Avenue Branch Library
10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
3114 North Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101

Saturday, October 25, 2008
St. Anskar ‘s Episcopal Church
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
4801 Spring Creek Rd., Rockford, IL 61114

Sunday, October 26, 2008
Our Saviors Lutheran Church: Shepherds Gate Hall
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon
3300 Rural Street, Rockford, IL 61107

Sunday, October 26, 2008
Riverside Community Church
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
6816 North 2nd Street, Machesney Park, IL 61115

Monday, October 27, 2008
Rockford Rescue Mission
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
715 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101

Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Hononegah High School
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
307 Salem Street, Rockton, IL 61072

Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Rock Valley College PE Center
7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
3301 North Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL 61114
Sponsored by: Division of Fitness, Wellness, & Sport and the Center for Learning & Retirement

Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Seward Congregational Church
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Pecatonica Rd., Seward, IL 61077

Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Stockholm Inn
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
2420 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61108

Thursday, October 30, 2008
Heartland Community Church @ Colonial Village
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
South Alpine & Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108

Friday, October 31, 2008
Hilltop Ministry Center
7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
8301 Mitchell Road, Machesney Park, IL 61115

Friday, October 31, 2008
Cherry Valley Township Offices
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
4875 Blackhawk Rd, Rockford, L 61109

Sunday, November 2, 2008
St. Rita Catholic Church: School Lobby
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
6254 Valley Knoll Drive, Rockford, IL 61109

Monday, November 3, 2008
Curves
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
2430 South Alpine, Rockford, IL 61108

Monday, November 3, 2008
Sandcastle Senior Center
12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
201 South 8th Street, South Beloit, IL 61080

Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Pilgrim Baptist Church
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
1703 South Central Avenue., Rockford, IL 61102

Tuesday, November 4, 2008
St. Paul Church- God in Christ
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
1001 Bishop Washington Ave., Rockford, IL 61102

Wednesday, November 5, 2008
North Suburban Library
9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
6340 North 2nd Street, Loves Park, IL 61111

Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Lifescape Community Services
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
705 Kilburn Ave., Rockford, IL 61101

Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Dolphin Swim Club
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Riverside Rd & Perryville Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111

Thursday, November 6, 2008
Heartland Community Church @ Colonial Village
8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
South Alpine & Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108

Thursday, November 6, 2008
YMCA of the Rock River Valley
3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
200 Y Boulevard, Rockford, IL 61107

Friday, November 7, 2008
Heartland Community Church @ Colonial Village
8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
South Alpine & Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108

Saturday, November 8, 2008
Heartland Community Church @ Colonial Village
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
South Alpine & Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108

Saturday, November 8, 2008
Saturn of Rockford
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Perryville & East State Street, Rockford, IL 61107

Sunday, November 9, 2008
Bethesda Covenant Church
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
2101 East State St., Rockford, IL 61104

Sunday, November 9, 2008
Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
1803 North Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103

Monday, November 10, 2008
Curves
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
648` North 2nd Street, Loves Park 61111

Monday, November 10, 2008
Northwest Community Center
11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
1325 Johnston Ave, Rockford, IL 61101

Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Associated Bank
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
612 North Main St., Rockford, IL

Wednesday, November 12, 2008
YMCA Northeast Branch
3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
8451 Orth Road, Loves Park. IL 61111

Thursday, November 13, 2008
Winnebago County Health Department
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Salvation Army “N” Center
220 South Madison Street, Rockford, IL 61104

Friday, November 14, 2008
Bob’s Hardware
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
2710 20th St., Rockford, IL 61109

Monday, November 17, 2008
Curves
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
5348 Williams Drive, Roscoe, IL 61073

Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Winnebago County Health Department
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Tthe Salvation Army “N” Center
220 South Madison Street, Rockford, IL 61104

Thursday, November 20, 2008
Winnebago County Health Department
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The Salvation Army “N” Center
220 South Madison Street, Rockford, IL 61104

Saturday, November 22, 2008
Winnebago County Health Department
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
The Salvation Army ”N” Center
220 South Madison Street, Rockford, IL 61104

Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Winnebago County Health Department
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Salvation Army “N” Center
220 South Madison Street, Rockford, IL 61104

Monday, December 1, 2008
Winnebago County Health Department
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The Salvation Army “N” Center
220 South Madison Street, Rockford, IL 61104

Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Winnebago County Health Department @
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Salvation Army “N” Center
220 South Madison Street, Rockford, IL 61104

Friday, December 5, 2008
Winnebago County Health Department
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Tthe Salvation Army “N” Center
220 South Madison Street, Rockford, IL 61104