Seasonal Flu and H1N1 Vaccine information

H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines are now plentiful in our community. It is not too late to receive your vaccine. If you have not been vaccinated, call your provider or one of the following resources.

Seasonal flu vaccine is available:

• On a walk-in basis at the Lakes Region General Hospital Emergency Department/Fast Track between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon; and 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., seven days per week.
• At Franklin Regional Hospital’s Infusion Therapy Department, by appointment only, between the hours of 8:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; and Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. To make an appointment at the FIT department, please call 934-2060, ext. 8850.
• Please note that flu vaccines offered in Fast Track and the FIT Department are for adults and children over the age of nine only. For younger children, please call your pediatrician’s office. If you believe you may be in your first trimester of pregnancy, please call your primary care provider or OB/GYN to discuss this issue with him or her.

H1N1 flu vaccine is available through:

• Local provider offices. Call your provider for more information or to schedule an appointment.
• HealthFirst Family Care in Franklin and HealthFirst Family Care in Laconia are offering free H1N1 vaccinations by appointment only. For the Franklin office, please call 934-1464. For Laconia, 366-1070.
• The Lakes Region Partnership for Public Health will be scheduling free clinics based on need. Call LRPPH at 528-2145 to register.
• Many local pharmacies are also vaccinating on a walk-in basis or by appointment. Please call your pharmacy to inquire.