Politics & Government
Flu Shots at Orland Township
Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Avenue, is hosting two
final flu shot clinics on Saturday, December 3, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and
Tuesday, January 3, 2012 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Flu shots offered at Orland Township are available to
residents only and proof of residency is required. The price for individuals
between the ages of 19 and 65 years is $20.
Individuals over the age of 65, with Medicare Part B
coverage, may receive a flu shot free of charge. A Medicare card must be
presented on the day of the vaccine.
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The monthly Orland Township Immunization Clinic will also
take place on these two days. In order to receive an immunization, children 18
and younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, display proof of
residency, a valid shot record and, if applicable, an insurance card.
Adult vaccines are also available for a fee and also require proof of
residency.
Available vaccines include: DTap, DTap-IPV/Hib, DTap/IPV,
DTap/Hep B/IPV, haemophilus b conjugate, Hep A, Hep B, Hep A/B, Hib, HPV, IPV,
meningococcal, MMR, pneumococcal, TB, Tdap, TD, varicella, rotavirus, typhoid.
The adult vaccine Zostovax is also available at most clinics but an appointment
is necessary for this vaccine. Please call the Township office at (708)
403-4222 to request a Zostovax immunization.
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For additional information on Orland Township flu shot or
immunization clinics, please call (708) 403-4222 or visit www.orlandtwp.org