Health and Human Services
H1N1 Vaccinations are available through Clinical Health Services during their regular immunization hours. For the immunization schedules click here.
**H1N1 (Swine) Flu vaccinations offered through Fort Bend Health & Human Services are free of charge.** No appointment necessary.
For questions call (281) 342-6414.
You may also continue to check with your private provider and local pharmacies,
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Click here to use the Vaccine Locator and find Flu Shots near you!
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Fort Bend County Health & Human Services has opened up vaccinations to anyone who wants the vaccine. HHS strongly encourages people who are at high risk of developing severe complications to get their H1N1 Flu vaccination as soon as possible.
Last updated December 14, 2009 |
At present, the H1N1 Flu pandemic (formerly referred to as "Swine Flu") is classified as a category 1 pandemic, the least severe level, by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the World Health Organization. The H1N1 Flu actually appears to be less severe than the seasonal flu.
Though the disease seems less severe than seasonal flu, the concern is that much of the public has no immunity to this new virus and therefore can spread within a community much faster. This means that a greater amount of disease may occur in the community. There is concern, however, that the virus could mutate, causing more severe illness and possibly mortality. For this reason, public health maintains an increased vigilance.
The public is asked to use good public health practices:
- Stay home if you are ill and avoid others;
- Cover your cough and sneezes;
- Wash your hands; and
- Get your seasonal Flu shot; and H1N1 shot(s)
- Stay informed
The Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management has assembled a H1N1 information page for citizens living or working within Fort Bend County.
The resource page lists any specific updates for Fort Bend County, along with links to other Fort Bend County emergency resources, State health resources, The Center for Disease Control, and updates from private citizens.
Please visit the information resource page, bookmark it, and share it with your family and friends.
Of course, sign-up for emergency alerts from the Office of Emergency Management. Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management H1N1 Information
The Department of Health & Human Services is Fort Bend County's principal agency for protecting the health of county residents and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves. The Department includes seven subordinate departments, covering a wide spectrum of activities.
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