February 03, 2010
H1N1 vaccination clinics offered
The Rock Island County Health Department will offer walk-in H1N1 vaccination clinics on Tuesdays through February.
Hours are be 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m. at the health department office, 2112 25th Ave., Rock Island. No appointments are necessary. Call (309) 558-2999 for more information. The vaccination is free.
Walgreens stores also are offering H1N1 vaccinations for $18. The store at 2955 18th Ave., Rock Island, is within walking distance. Walgreens will file insurance for you if your plan covers the shot. Or you can pay via cash, check or credit card. Further questions should be directed to Walgreens at (309) 786-4362.
Students are reminded to continue to take precautions to avoid getting sick, and to check this page for updates.
To report a suspected case of H1N1 on campus, contact Dean of Students Evelyn Campbell, (309) 794-7533; or Kelly Giovanine, coordinator of medical support services, (309) 794-2693.
Seasonal flu shot locations
Listed below are places to receive the adult seasonal flu shot. If you choose to receive the shot at a local provider, transportation is available weekdays from 7:45 a.m.-6 p.m. by calling the medical shuttle at (309) 781-5711.
Please note that all shots are meant for adults 18 and older. If you are not yet 18, please contact a local doctor to receive the correct shot.
This flu vaccine is for seasonal flu only, not the H1N1 flu.
- Walgreens stores are offering flu vaccines daily. The store at 2955 18th Ave., Rock Island, is within walking distance. The cost is $24.99.
- Trinity Visiting Nurse Home Association (VHNA) is offering flu shots at its office at 106 19th Ave., Suite 101, Moline (two doors down from the Trinity Express Care Clinic). If you have insurance that covers vaccinations, VHNA will file the claim for you. Otherwise, the cost is $35 for the shot or $40 for the FluMist. Hours are Monday–Friday from 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Jewel/Osco stores are offering flu shots daily. The closest Jewel/Osco to campus is in City Line Plaza (2010 1st St., Moline, across from the Trinity Express Care Clinic). The cost is $24.99. If you have an insurance plan that covers the flu shot, they will file the claim for you. Or you may pay via cash, check or credit card.
Detailed information (in both English and Spanish) regarding this season’s flu vaccine may be obtained at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you have additional questions, contact Kelly Giovanine (309) 794-2693 or the Dean of Students at (309) 794-7533.
H1N1 information
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The college continues to follow CDC guidelines for prevention. Students are asked to take precautionary measures. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand cleaners. Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth and cover your own nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. If you do not feel well, stay away from others.
A virus spreads from person to person, generally through coughing or sneezing, but also sometimes by touching one’s mouth or nose with unwashed hands. Infected people can spread the flu without feeling sick.
Flu symptoms:
- High fever
- Sore throat
- Body aches
- Cough
- Headache
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Occasional nausea or diarrhea
If students exhibit flu-like symptoms:
- Seek medical attention by calling the Dean of Students Office at 309-794-7533 or Medical Support Services at (309) 794-2693 or (309) 236-5808. Staff is available to help determine whether students should see a physician, self-isolate on campus or go home.
- An infected student will most likely exhibit a fever, plus at least one more symptom.
- If a student is diagnosed with H1N1, the Dean of Students Office or Medical Support Services will notify professors, coordinate meals, trip to the doctor or other needs.
