October 14, 2005

When it comes to the flu caring means not sharing

MGH Occupational Health Services once again will sponsor the annual flu clinic campaign for all MGH and Partners employees, staff and volunteers. This year's campaign will kick off with a weeklong flu vaccination clinic beginning Oct. 24. All employees, staff and volunteers are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated; however, all are reminded that vaccination is only one method of illness prevention. Stop the spread of germs by always covering the mouth and nose when sneezing and coughing, and keep hands clean by regularly washing with soap and water or by using an alcohol-based hand cleaner such as Cal Stat.

Below are clinic dates and locations:

MGH main campus
WACC "Coffee Beans and Tea Leaves" cafe
Oct. 24 to 28
7 am to 5 pm

Main Corridor
Oct. 29 and 30
7 am to 5 pm

Somerville location
Second floor conference room
Nov. 1
9 to 11 am

CNY Building 149
First floor lobby
Nov. 2 and 9
8:30 am to 1 pm

One Constitution Center
Conference room 258,
Second floor
Nov. 8
8:30 am to 1 pm

Vaccines also will be offered on patient care units through peer vaccination. For more information, contact the unit's flu champion or nurse manager.

To be vaccinated, MGHers should bring their ID badges and wear clothing that rolls easily up to the top of the arm. For those unable to attend the clinics, call Occupational Health Services at (617) 726-2217 to schedule an appointment.