Influenza

Seasonal Influenza

Seasonal Influenza (or common flu) is a respiratory illness that can be transmitted person to person. Most people have some immunity, and a vaccine is available.

Insurance providers, including Medicare Part B, will be billed as appropriate. Insurance cards should be brought to the clinic. There will be no out-of-pocket costs for the flu shot for anyone, regardless of insurance status.

For questions about flu vaccine, contact your doctor, or call the health department at 301-334-7770 or 301 895-3111.

2024 Community Flu Clinics: https://garretthealth.org/flu-2024/

Patient Education:

• Key Facts About Seasonal Influenza (Q&A)
• Flu Vaccine (Q&A)
• How Well Does the Flu Vaccine Work? (Q&A)
• Who Needs a Flu Vaccine?
• Influenza Vaccine Information Statement: Inactivated (Shot)
• Seasonal Flu and Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) (Q&A)

Flu Prevention and Treatment:

• Preventing the Flu
• What You Should Know About  Flu Antiviral Drugs
• Antiviral Agents for Seasonal Influenza: Information for Health Professionals

Vaccination Resources For Healthcare Professionals:

• Prevention and Control of Influenza 
• Information for Health Professionals
• Infection Control Guidance for Preventing and Controlling Influenza in Acute Care Facilities
• Infection Control Guidance for Preventing and Controlling COVID-19 in Acute Care Facilities
• Infection Control Measures for Prevention and Control of Influenza in Long-Term Care Facilities
• Infection Control in Health-Care Facilities
• Influenza Vaccine Chart
• Influenza Vaccine Dosing
• Influenza Vaccine Guidance for Healthcare Professionals

Vaccination Resources for Schools and Daycare Providers

• Information for Schools and Daycare Providers