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October 3, 2007

State announces adult flu clinics

Adults can start getting their flu shots in Rhode Island October 17, according to the state Department of Health.

There are 519 public flu clinics scheduled in Rhode Island this season. Private providers can also give shots.

This flu season marks the first year of the Immunize For Life program after legislation was passed mandating the state Department of Health purchase and distribute adult flu vaccine in Rhode Island, according to the state Department of Health.

State Health Director Dr. David R. Gifford calls it a "more efficient approach to adult influenza immunization."

“We are pleased to be kicking off this new, more efficient approach to adult influenza immunization,” said Director of Health, David R. Gifford, MD, MPH.

“All adult providers and facilities enrolled in the program will receive a sufficient quantity of vaccine so that they can start their vaccination efforts on October 17,” Gifford said.

The department has ordered 258,000 doses of vaccine for the adult flu program. The first round of deliveries to adult providers and facilities will be made this week.

For information on public clinics, call 1-800-942-7434 or visit www.health.ri.gov.

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