A front page article in Thursday’s paper gave the impression that H1N1 flu vaccinations would be available for all adults with chronic illnesses Saturday at the county health department. That is not the case.
Vaccinations will only be available to adults ages 19 to 64 with chronic illnesses. Those 65 and above with chronic medical conditions do not fall within the high priority groups who are designated to receive the H1N1 vaccine now.
Because the H1N1 flu virus primarily affects children, young adults and pregnant women, elderly residents will have to wait a little longer to get free H1N1 vaccinations through local health departments.
Carter County Health Department Administrative Director Mendy Spohn said she plans to have flu vaccination clinics targeted for older adults in the future. The health department expects to receive weekly vaccine shipments through January 2010 and should receive sufficient supplies to vaccinate everyone who wants protection against the seasonal flu and H1N1 flu.
The Ardmoreite apologizes for any misunderstanding that may have resulted from the article.
