The time is coming soon to get the necessary vaccines to stay healthy through the winter and the months thereafter as well.  For most people, the flu vaccine is a recommended part of the regimen.  Some people may also benefit from the RSV and/or COVID-19 vaccines.  With guidelines for these vaccines – especially that of COVID-19 – fluctuating year to year, it’s important to keep up to date.  Not only is the Christian County Health Department helping people in the area do just that, but they are also facilitating the process of receiving said vaccines.  They will hold a flu vaccine clinic on Friday, October 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pana Fire Department.  Two other clinics will happen at the Taylorville Fire Department; they are scheduled for Friday, October 17 and Monday, November 3, both also from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ellen Jackson is an Emergency Response Coordinator with the Christian County Health Department.  She says the process for visitors at the clinic is simple and quick. 

Chelsey Davis is the Director of Nursing at the Health Department.  She says the flu vaccine is recommended for most people, but as for specific forms of vaccines, there are changes for this year. 

For the RSV vaccine, Davis says older folks, certain people who are pregnant, and some infants are the ones who should get the shot. 

As for the COVID-19 vaccine, it’s suggested for anyone 65 and older, as well as anyone else at least six months old with at least one underlying condition that increases their risk for severe illness from the virus. 

Aside from vaccines, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has set September 21-27 as Child Passenger Safety Week.  CCHD will host a car seat safety check on Monday, September 22.  They will check car seat installations, help adjust them if needed, and provide other tips. 

More information on the Christian County Health Department is available at www.cchdil.org.
 
Ellen Jackson and Chelsey Davis appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning show.