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BROWARD COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES EXPANDED HOURS FOR H1N1 CLINIC

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BROWARD COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES EXPANDED HOURS FOR H1N1 HIGH RISK VACCINATION CLINIC

(FORT LAUDERDALE) – Officials at the Broward County Health Department announced today expanded hours for the H1N1 High Risk Vaccination Clinic located at the Fort Lauderdale National Guard Armory. The H1N1 High Risk Vaccination Clinic will operate every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00AM to 4:00PM and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00AM to 8:00PM. Expanded hours will start Thursday, November 19, 2009. The National Guard Armory is located at 400 SW 24th Street in Fort Lauderdale 33315 (East State Road 84 and SW 4th Avenue). The H1N1 vaccination is free and available on a walk-in basis. NOTE: All Broward County Health Department programs and services will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday – Thursday and Friday (November 26 and 27, 2009).

“We sincerely encourage all people in the priority groups to get vaccinated now before the peak of flu season,” said Dr. Paula Thaqi, Director of the Broward County Health Department. 

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The Atlantic hurricane season is picking up, here are some things to consider if a hurricane warning is issued.

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  1. Review your storm plan.  You should already have a plan laid out for you and your family.  If not you should prepare one now and make sure at least 1 person outside the storm area knows your plan.
    1. Are you in an evacuation zone or mobile home?
    2. Know your evacuation routes
    3. Know what to pack (Food, Money, Clothes, HBC, Sleeping Items)
    4. Make sure you have shutters or plywood ready for installation.  Hire a professional if needed.
    5. If you have a Pet make sure you make plans for them since many shelters will not allow animals.
  2. When a Hurricane is approaching DO NOT Trim Your Trees and Shrubs.  Waste Management will not be able to handle the overload and the lose debris is extremely dangerous.

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Prevention & Treatment of Swine Flu (H1N1) - CDC Recommendations

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With School here or approaching fast many people want to know what they can do to help prevent the spread of swine flu.  Here are some tips from the CDC.

What can I do to protect myself from getting sick?
There is no vaccine available right now to protect against novel H1N1 virus.  However, a novel H1N1 vaccine is currently in production and may be ready for the public in the fall. As always, a vaccine will be available to protect against seasonal influenza
There are everyday actions that can help prevent the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses like influenza.

Take these everyday steps to protect your health:

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Boynton Beach FL 2009 Hurricane Information

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Print this page There may be no electricity when you need it most!

Designated Hurricane Shelters in Boynton Beach, FL

  • Christa McAuliffe Middle School
    6500 LeChalet Blvd.
  • Boynton Beach High School
    4975 Parkridge Road
  • Odyssey Middle School
    6161 Woolbright Road

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Common Terms & Wind Chart Associated with Hurricanes.

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Familiarize yourself with the terms that are used to identify a hurricane.

  • A hurricane watch means a hurricane is possible in your area. Be prepared to evacuate. Monitor local radio and television news outlets or listen to NOAA Weather Radio for the latest developments.
  • A hurricane warning is when a hurricane is expected in your area. If local authorities advise you to evacuate, leave immediately.
  • Hurricanes are classified into five categories based on their wind speed, central pressure, and damage potential. Category Three and higher hurricanes are considered major hurricanes, though Categories One and Two are still extremely dangerous and warrant your full attention.

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