Find a Flu Shot Near You:
"Flu Shot Locator
Seasonal flu vaccine is widely available. H1N1 vaccine is being shipped now. States are posting new information every day about availability, distribution to priority groups and where to get vaccinated. There is also information on State planning and preparation efforts, as well as general flu information here.
Click your state or use the drop-down box to learn more.
HHS is working with the states and interested partners to build a zip code-based flu clinic locator covering both H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines. This new locator will be available here and on most state Websites in the near future."
H1N1 (Swine) Flu Virus: Facts for Parents (& Expecting)
Pregnant and recently pregnant women are a priority group for the H1N1 flu vaccine. More…
Vaccinating children is a priority. Flu is more dangerous than the common cold for children. More…
Antiviral Drugs to Treat H1N1. More…
Clinicians should consider these facts before prescribing antivirals. More…
Do not stop breastfeeding if you are sick. Your breast milk is good for the baby. More…
The symptoms for all flu, including H1N1 flu, are similar. However, be on the lookout for signs of serious illness. More…
Don’t wait; call your doctor immediately if your child gets sick with flu-like symptoms. More…
Relieve the symptoms of H1N1 flu with certain over-the-counter medications. More…
Emergency medical care may become necessary. Know the signs. More…
Talk to children about H1N1 flu. More…
Flu during the school year. More…
Vaccinating Children
All people from 6 months through 24 years of age are a priority group for the H1N1 flu vaccine. Getting your child vaccinated as soon as possible is the best method for protecting him or her from the flu. Use our Flu Shot Locator to get vaccinated where you live.
There are separate vaccines for seasonal flu and H1N1.
Children should get both vaccinations as soon as possible.
Flu vaccine will be available in different settings, such as vaccination clinics organized by local health departments, healthcare provider offices, schools, and other private settings, such as pharmacies and workplaces.
The 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine is expected to have a similar safety profile as seasonal flu vaccines, which have a very good safety track record. Over the years, hundreds of millions of Americans have received seasonal flu vaccines. More information on vaccine safety
The H1N1 vaccine is provided at no cost by the government. Some, but not all, clinics may charge to administer the vaccine.
More information on vaccine cost
For more information on priority vaccinations see CDC Advisors Make Recommendations for Use of Vaccine Against Novel H1N1.
"Flu Shot Locator
Seasonal flu vaccine is widely available. H1N1 vaccine is being shipped now. States are posting new information every day about availability, distribution to priority groups and where to get vaccinated. There is also information on State planning and preparation efforts, as well as general flu information here.
Click your state or use the drop-down box to learn more.
HHS is working with the states and interested partners to build a zip code-based flu clinic locator covering both H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines. This new locator will be available here and on most state Websites in the near future."
H1N1 (Swine) Flu Virus: Facts for Parents (& Expecting)
Pregnant and recently pregnant women are a priority group for the H1N1 flu vaccine. More…
Vaccinating children is a priority. Flu is more dangerous than the common cold for children. More…
Antiviral Drugs to Treat H1N1. More…
Clinicians should consider these facts before prescribing antivirals. More…
Do not stop breastfeeding if you are sick. Your breast milk is good for the baby. More…
The symptoms for all flu, including H1N1 flu, are similar. However, be on the lookout for signs of serious illness. More…
Don’t wait; call your doctor immediately if your child gets sick with flu-like symptoms. More…
Relieve the symptoms of H1N1 flu with certain over-the-counter medications. More…
Emergency medical care may become necessary. Know the signs. More…
Talk to children about H1N1 flu. More…
Flu during the school year. More…
Vaccinating Children
All people from 6 months through 24 years of age are a priority group for the H1N1 flu vaccine. Getting your child vaccinated as soon as possible is the best method for protecting him or her from the flu. Use our Flu Shot Locator to get vaccinated where you live.
There are separate vaccines for seasonal flu and H1N1.
Children should get both vaccinations as soon as possible.
Flu vaccine will be available in different settings, such as vaccination clinics organized by local health departments, healthcare provider offices, schools, and other private settings, such as pharmacies and workplaces.
The 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine is expected to have a similar safety profile as seasonal flu vaccines, which have a very good safety track record. Over the years, hundreds of millions of Americans have received seasonal flu vaccines. More information on vaccine safety
The H1N1 vaccine is provided at no cost by the government. Some, but not all, clinics may charge to administer the vaccine.
More information on vaccine cost
For more information on priority vaccinations see CDC Advisors Make Recommendations for Use of Vaccine Against Novel H1N1.