Category: Flu Shots
Americans encouraged to get H1N1 vaccine during National Influenza Vaccination Week
Corporate Headquarters
7227 Lee Deforest Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
Steve Pellito
National Director of Wellness
Maxim Health Systems
410-910-1164
steve.pellito@maximwellness.com
AMERICANS ENCOURAGED TO GET H1N1 VACCINE DURING NATIONAL INFLUENZA VACCINATION WEEK
January 6, 2010 – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has designated the week of January 10 through 16 as National Influenza Vaccination Week, in an effort to raise awareness about the importance of the flu vaccine. With flu experts warning that the U.S. should prepare for a possible third wave of H1N1 flu, it is crucial that Americans take the opportunity to protect themselves and their loved ones from this dangerous illness and receive the H1N1 vaccine while supply is available.
Individuals who would like to find an H1N1 vaccination clinic in their area or learn more about the virus can visit h1n1.findaflushot.com, an online resource sponsored by Maxim Health Systems. Visitors to the site can find convenient clinic locations by simply typing in a local zip code.
“Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent the flu,” notes Steve Pellito, National Director of Wellness for Maxim Health Systems. “By taking the simple step of getting your H1N1 vaccine, you are helping keep yourself, your family, and your community healthy.”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) strongly recommends that anyone who falls into a high risk category for complications from H1N1 should get vaccinated. This includes:
- People six months through 24 years of age
- Pregnant women
- People who live with or provide care for infants younger than six months
- Healthcare and emergency medical services personnel
- People 25 years through 64 years of age who have certain medical conditions that put them at higher risk for influenza-related complications
According to the CDC, those individuals who have been patiently waiting to receive the 2009 H1N1 vaccine, including people 65 and older, are encouraged to get vaccinated depending on local supply.
Maxim accepts Medicare Part B with no co-pay required when Medicare Part B is the primary insurance.
About Maxim Health Systems
Maxim Health Systems is a division of Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. Established in 1996, Maxim Health Systems offers a full line of comprehensive wellness services to corporate and retail clients, in addition to schools, senior living facilities, and Physician offices. We provide a variety of services, including immunizations, health screenings, and health fairs. In 2008, our influenza immunization program alone was responsible for vaccinating more than 2.5 million people at more than 44,000 flu clinics. Together with Maxim Healthcare Services, we have branch locations in most metropolitan areas across the nation. For more information, contact us at www.findaflushot.com/contact.php and visit www.findaflushot.com to locate a flu clinic in your area.
Due to the lack of vaccine availability, retail clinics hosted by Maxim Health Systems have been cancelled
Corporate Headquarters
7227 Lee Deforest Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
Steve Pellito
National Director of Wellness
Maxim Health Systems
410.910.1164
steve.pellito@maximwellness.com
DUE TO THE LACK OF VACCINE AVAILABILITY
RETAIL CLINICS HOSTED BY MAXIM HEALTH SYSTEMS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED
OCTOBER 23, 2009– Maxim Health Systems has cancelled all flu shot clinics at retail locations after October 22, due to lack of vaccine availability. Across the country, there has been a drastic increase in both demand and media attention regarding influenza and vaccine availability. While the nation is experiencing an increase in demand for flu vaccine, manufacturers are unable to produce more seasonal flu vaccine because all resources have been shifted to H1N1 production. These variables have caused unprecedented challenges for this year’s flu season. Therefore, all Maxim retail clinic locations have been cancelled.
“We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our customers and clients.” said Steve Pellito, National Director of Wellness for Maxim Health Systems. “This season has proven to be one of the most unique and unpredictable seasons of all time.”
Maxim’s Web site, www.findaflushot.com, has been updated to reflect these cancellations. Maxim urges consumers to direct seasonal flu, H1N1 (Swine Flu), and vaccine questions to their primary care physician, and to contact local and state health authorities for information on vaccines for high-risk individuals.
About Maxim Health Systems
Maxim Health Systems is a division of Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. Established in 1996, Maxim Health Systems offers a full line of comprehensive wellness services to corporate and retail clients, in addition to schools, senior living facilities, and Physician offices. We provide a variety of services, including immunizations, health screenings, and health fairs. In 2008, our flu immunization program alone was responsible for vaccinating more than 2.5 million people at more than 44,000 clinics. Together with Maxim Healthcare Services, we have branch locations in most metropolitan areas across the nation. For more information contact us at www.findaflushot.com.