Harrison will give the shots through Nov. 23. In Jefferson County, five communities will hold clinics with the first beginning Wednesday. The vaccine is made from killed viruses grown in eggs and will not give a person the flu, health officials say. Flu is characterized by the abrupt onset of a high fever, chills, muscle aches, a sore throat and a nonproductive cough. The elderly and people with health problems are especially at risk for flu.
Complications can lead to pneumonia and even death.
Health officials also are recommending vaccinations for pneumococcal infections and tetanus. Medical cards are required for Medicaid and Medicare patients.