Flu season runs through May

This Saturday, April 24, Berendo Middle School will be hosting a “Community Connected Fair” from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a job fair and free H1N1 vaccines. The school is located at 1157 S. Berendo, Los Angeles, 90006.

It's not too late to get vaccinated. Cases of H1N1 influenza are still showing up in Los Angeles County and residents are urged to protect themselves and their loved ones.

“Flu season runs through May, which means that children and adults can still come down with influenza and may miss days at school or work because they are ill,” said Jonathan E. Fielding, MD, MPH, Director of Public Health and Health Officer. 

“The school period after spring break is a critical time for most students, with final exams and social events such as prom. Don’t miss out because of the flu. The best prevention against the spread of flu is to get vaccinated and to practice good, simple hygiene such as washing hands often, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home if sick.”

Individuals who plan to get vaccinated are encouraged to review the vaccination form, available in several different languages, and found on the Public Health website at http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov or go to FluShotLA.com.  


“Community Day” is sponsored by the Korea Daily, CCD/ Wilshire Worksource Center, Councilmember Ed Reyes Office and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.