Twinsburg Cleveland Clinic Starts Flu Vaccinations Saturday

The is kicking off its October schedule of flu vaccination clinics beginning Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at its 8701 Darrow Rd. campus.

There are four dates scheduled for vaccinations in October including:

• Saturday, Oct. 1     8 a.m. – Noon
• Tuesday, Oct. 11     6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
• Tuesday, Oct. 18     6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
• Saturday, Oct. 29     8 a.m. – Noon

The Cleveland Clinic advises the following for you and your family this flu season:

Signs and Symptoms of Seasonal Flu

• Moderate-to-high fever (starting at 100–100.5 °F)
• Cough
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Sore throat
• Body aches
• Headache
• Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea (usually more common in children). For most people, the illness can last a week or longer. In some people, however, influenza can lead to life-threatening conditions.

How can I stay healthy?

• Cover your cough/sneeze
• Wash your hands often
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth after coughing or sneezing
• If you’re sick, stay home
• Get vaccinated against the flu. The vaccine is safe, even for pregnant women. You cannot get influenza from the flu shot This information is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or healthcare provider.

A complete schedule of all flu clinics is available online at www.clevelandclinic.org/flu.