*Editor's Note - This news release is available on the City of Garland website for reference purposes.  For updated flu shot information, call 972-205-3370.
 

Garland, Texas – January 23, 2009 --  With the height of the Texas flu season approaching, the Garland Health Department wants to remind everyone that getting a flu vaccine and using simple precautions can reduce your risk of getting the flu. 
 
Flu vaccine is available at the clinic, located at 206 Carver St. Monday through Friday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.  Tuesday and Thursday afternoons are walk-in clinics so the wait may be longer.  The cost is $5 per person.  For more information please call 972-205-3370.
 
Additional precautions include:
Washing hands frequently with either soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Cover coughs and sneezes.
Stay home if you are sick.