Novel Influenza A(H1N1)- Update January 14 @ 7:00 PM
The department has now made H1N1 vaccine available to all residents within the five counties, and plans to continue to hold regular clinics where the vaccine will be available. The department has successfully administered more than 30,500 H1N1 vaccinations since October.
The prevalence of the H1N1 virus seems to be declining across the five counties as well as the state. However, the department is continuing to investigate hospitalized cases of H1N1 flu as recommended by Utah Department of Health guidelines.
While H1N1 cases are declining, it is still possible to contract the virus. The department continues to enchorage personal efforts to prevent the spread of the H1N1 virus as well as all communicable disease. If you are exhibiting several of the symptoms contact your healthcare provider via phone for further instructions.
On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) raised the worldwide pandemic alert level to Phase 6 (Category 2) in response to the ongoing global spread of the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. A Phase 6 designation indicates that a global pandemic is underway. WHO’s decision to raise the pandemic alert level to Phase 6 is a reflection of the spread of the virus, not the severity of illness caused by the virus. The Category 2 specification is what is used to help clarify the severity of the disease (learn more). However, it is still uncertain at this time how serious or severe this novel H1N1 pandemic will be in terms of how many people infected will develop serious complications or die from novel H1N1 infection.
At this time, WHO considers the overall severity of the influenza pandemic to be moderate. This assessment is based on scientific evidence available to WHO, as well as input from its Member States on the pandemic's impact on their health systems, and their social and economic functioning.
The moderate assessment reflects that:
Most people recover from infection without the need for hospitalization or medical care.
Overall, national levels of severe illness from influenza A(H1N1) appear similar to levels seen during local seasonal influenza periods, although high levels of disease have occurred in some local areas and institutions.
Overall, hospitals and health care systems in most countries have been able to cope with the numbers of people seeking care, although some facilities and systems have been stressed in some localities.
WHO is concerned about current patterns of serious cases and deaths that are occurring primarily among young persons, including the previously healthy and those with pre-existing medical conditions or pregnancy.
Large outbreaks of disease have not yet been reported in many countries, and the full clinical spectrum of disease is not yet known.
H1N1 vaccine is now available to EVERYONE (over 6 month of age) at the locations listed on the table below. Children aged 9 and under who had their first vaccination over 28 days ago should also come in for their booster.
In an effort to get people in and out of the clinics as quickly as possible we are encouraging the public to wear short-sleeved shirts.
Wednesday 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Walk-In
All Residents
Beaver County
75 W. 1175 North Beaver 435-438-2482
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Walk-In
All Residents
Garfield County
609 N. Main Panguitch 435-676-8800
Call For Appointment
All Residents
There is NO CHARGE for H1N1 vaccinations. However, please bring your insurance card if you have one.Proof of residency in Washington, Iron, Beaver, Garfield & Kane counties is required.
Medical Provider Guidance: We are working to make sure that health care providers have the most up to date guidance on this virus. Please refer back here regularly as the guidance may change.
