Text Box: December Birthdays Blanche Gayle 12/27 Marazul Garcia 12/29 Mario Arreguin 12/31 Text Box: December 2007 Text Box: Who Needs a Flu Shot? So who 'needs' a flu shot according to the latest recommendations? The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommends a yearly flu shot for everyone at high risk of complications from the flu, including: children aged 6 to 59 months pregnant women persons aged 50 years and older, with and without chronic health conditions residents of long-term care facilities persons with chronic health conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, seizures, immunodeficiency, etc. children and teens who are receiving long term aspirin therapy Other people who should get a yearly flu shot include: health-care personnel who provide direct patient care household contacts and out-of-home caregivers of children aged < 5 years or other people who are at high risk of complications of the flu When Should You Get A Flu Shot? Although it is usually recommended that you get a flu shot in October or November, if your kids are in a priority group, you should usually try to get them one as early as possible in October or even September to make sure they get one. Children who are getting their flu vaccine for the first time and who need two doses should preferably get their dose in September, so that the second dose can be given before the start of flu season. If necessary, kids can even get their flu shot in December or later, since flu season often extends into March or April, although it is better to get your kids vaccinated before flu season starts. Text Box: Are You Ready For The Flu Season? Text Box: REMINDER Homes will be closed: Dec. 24—Jan. 1