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Fight the flu

Flu vaccinations are included, at no additional cost, with checkups at Denver Harbor Family Health Center.

Flu vaccines are also free to patients who have already had a checkup this year. Call to schedule a nurse visit. 

Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine every season. Flu vaccine can reduce flu illnesses, doctors’ visits, hospitalizations and has been shown to be life-saving. Fight the flu and get vaccinated!

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Will a flu vaccine protect me against COVID-19?

No. Flu vaccines do not protect against COVID-19. Flu vaccination reduces the risk of flu illness, hospitalization and death in addition to  other important benefits.

Likewise, getting a COVID-19 vaccine is the best protection against COVID-19, but those vaccines do not protect against flu. Visit the CDC’s Frequently Asked Questions page for information about COVID-19 vaccinations.

Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine and flu vaccine during the same visit?

Yes, you can get a COVID-19 vaccine and a flu vaccine at the same time. If you have concerns about getting both vaccines at the same time, you should speak with a health care provider.

What to do if you think you or someone in your family has the flu

If think you or your children have the flu, make an appointment to see a doctor at the clinic or online through telehealth. This is especially important for pregnant women, young children, and people over 65. New patients are always welcome at Vecino Health Centers.

Flu symptoms

Symptoms of the flu include:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Sore throat
  • Runny or stuffy nose
  • Body aches
  • Headaches
  • Chills
  • Fatigue

And finally, if your doctor says you have the flu, take your medication and stay home! People are usually contagious for 24 hours after a fever is gone.

Schedule an appointment today at Vecino’s Denver Harbor Family Clinic. Call: (713) 695-4013

We accept Medicaid, CHIP, and other insurance. Assistance is available for uninsured patients.

Unemployed or uninsured?

Don’t worry. Vecino Health Centers offers financial assistance so everyone in your family can get the checkups and other care they need. You may even qualify for other benefits, we’ll help you understand your options.

Just ask about our Get Care program

Talking to children about violence

Sadly, gun violence is more often in the news than we would like. With the recent event at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, it can be a scary time for both adults and children.

Counting on the support of relatives, family, and community helpers can make difficult times more manageable.

Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers

Here are links to download some helpful tips for parents for teachers from the National Association of School Psychologists.

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Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you are in distress or if you feel overwhelmed. The counseling staff is available to you through telehealth or on-site at both Airline and Denver Harbor locations.

Call for a counseling appointment

Counselors are available for telehealth and in-person visits.

Denver Harbor Family Health Center

713-674-3326

 

Airline Children and Women’s Health Center

713-695-4013