A brief summary of issues surrounding the H1N1 Vaccination

• The novel H1N1 vaccine is expected to be available in the fall.  It is expected that 45 million doses will be available mid October.  The balance of the 190 million doses ordered by the government may be available later in the fall.

• It is currently unknown whether two doses of vaccine will be required until the late summer-early fall, once clinical trials are completed.  Presently, it is assumed that two doses will be needed.

• Vaccinators should assume 21-28 days between the first and second vaccination, however, the exact spacing will be unknown until information from clinical trials is available.

• The seasonal flu vaccine is not expected to protect against the novel H1N1 flu.

Below are a series of detailed H1N1 articles, please select a cateogry to read more.

• Frequently asked questions & answers about the H1N1 Flu
• What to do if I get flu-like symptoms
• Groups at higher risk for severe illness from the H1N1 Infection
• Guidance for taking care of someone infected with the H1N1 Infection
• H1N1 Vaccine information
• Recommendations for facemask and respirator use to reduce H1N1 transmission
• H1N1 Outbreak report issued July 23, 2009

Flu Vaccinations

Flu Shot:

Flu Vaccinations are available at all seven Kohll's locations during regular business hours, including evenings and weekends.  2009 flu-shot season runs August 18 - March 31. There is no charge for the flu shot for Medicare eligible recipients. Flu shot regular retail price: $28.

Did you know Kohll's makes office calls? We'll come to your work place and vaccinate employees and employee family members on site. If you'd like to learn more, call Traci Lutt at (402) 306-6491 or visit KohllsSignUp.com

Recommendations:

Flu vaccinations are recommended for everyone, and strongly encouraged for children ages 6 months to 18 years and adults 65 years of age or older. Those with chronic medical conditions and their care-givers are also strongly urged to get vaccinated. Flu vaccinations are recommended every year.

Children:

Kohll's will administer the needle vaccination to children ages 6 months and up. Vaccinations for children ages 6 months to 4 years — please call your nearest Kohll's location to confirm availability of pediatric vaccination.

FluMist Vaccination

FluMist : ($40.00)

FluMist is the only influenza vaccine delivered as a nasal mist available in the United States. FluMist is a great way to protect yourself from the flu…and is especially recommended for school-aged children and those around other areas in which germs spread quickly.

Recommendations:

FluMist is recommended for persons ages 2-49. FluMist is not indicated for immunization of individuals less than 2 years of age, or 50 years of age and older. The nasal vaccination is ideal for those uncomfortable with needle vaccinations. FluMist does not contain thimerosal. Of the people ages 2-49 that do not qualify are those with diabetes, heart disease, COPD or pregnant women, but most others quality for FluMist.

Children:

Kohll's will administer FluMist to children ages 2-17.

Shingles Vaccination

Kohll's now offers the Zoster Shingles Vaccination to help prevent Shingles.  Please contact your local Kohll's Pharmacy to get more information about the vaccination and whether or not your insurance may help pay for a portion of the vaccine. 

Looking for more information on the Shingles Vaccination?  Click here to download an informative newsletter about the vaccination

Pneumonia Vaccination

Pneumonia shots are available and are free to Medicare eligible recipients. (Retail price $53.00) Oftentimes when people contract the flu virus, it will turn into pneumonia, further complicating one's sickness. Talk with the pharmacist to see if you are a candidate for this vaccination. You should receive a pneumonia vaccination every 5 years.

There is no charge for the flu or pneumonia shot for Medicare eligible recipients.