The Fort Wayne-Allen County Department of Health will offer H1N1 vaccine at its Carew Medical Park clinic at the following times:

• Monday, Dec. 7, 3 to 5:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Dec. 9, 3 to 5:30 p.m.
• Friday, Dec. 11, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Both H1N1 injectable and nasal spray vaccine is available to those who qualify. Individuals within the following priority groups are currently eligible for this vaccine:

• pregnant women
• people who live with or care for infants under 6 months of age
• children and young people from 6 months old to 24 years old
• adults age 25 through 64 with chronic health conditions such as asthma, diabetes or heart disease
• health care workers and emergency medical services personnel, including dental workers

Seasonal flu vaccine for children 6 months to 18 years of age will also be offered while supplies last.

More than 19,000 people have been vaccinated for H1N1 flu since the clinic opened on Oct. 9. Parkview Health is providing space for the clinic at Carew Medical Park, 1818 Carew St. The vaccines are free. Children under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian (with notarized documentation).

Anyone experiencing symptoms of influenza should stay home and contact a health care provider. People can also limit the spread of flu by covering their cough and washing their hands.

For more information, go to www.FightTheFlu.org or call 2-1-1.