Flu

Flu Prevention

Standard hygiene practices are used to limit the transmission of germs:

  • Avoid close contact with ill persons.
  • Wash hands frequently with soap and water. If unavailable, use a 60% alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Cover coughs and sneezes.
  • Avoid touching the eyes, nose, and mouth.
  • Remain home when experiencing flu symptoms and for at least 24 hours after a fever has subsided.
  • Frequently clean shared surfaces such as doorknobs, desks, and phones.
  • Vaccination is an established option for seasonal flu prevention.

Flu Immunization

The CDC maintains vaccination guidelines for flu. Consultation with a health care provider or with the health department can provide information on which immunizations are appropriate based on individual or family health history to reduce risk of hospitalization and severe complications from flu.

Flu Vaccines Available (While Supplies Last )

  • Flucelvax: Approved for ages 6 months and older
  • FluMist: Approved for healthy persons 2-49 years of age
  • Fluad: Approved for persons 65 years of age and older

Learn more about the flu here. 

The St. Clair County Health Department tracks and provides seasonal flu data (e.g., cases, types, deaths) by request.  Contact Data & Informatics at (810) 987-5300.

Payment and Fee Information:

  • Service Fees: Vaccines and testing are provided via a low-cost, sliding-fee schedule. Current pricing is available by contacting the department. Routine Tuberculosis (TB) tests are subject to a fee.​​​​​
  • Insurance: Medicaid and most private insurance plans are accepted.
  • Accepted Payment Methods: Visa, MasterCard, and Discover (credit or debit).
  • Transaction Fees: Transactions made via credit or debit card are subject to the following:
    • Base Fee: A $1.50 charge applies to all card transactions.
    • Convenience Fee: A 2.75% fee applies to all total amounts exceeding $54.00.

Note: A full breakdown of the final payment amount, including all applicable fees, is available upon request prior to processing.

Hours:

Main Office and Teen Health

10:00 AM - 6:30 PM on the first Monday of each month.
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM remaining Mondays through Fridays by appointment.

Services are provided by appointment; walk-ins are accommodated as the schedule allows.

Phone Numbers:
Main Office: (810) 987-5729
Teen Health Center: (810) 987-1311

 

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