Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
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Salt Lake County, Utah
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(801) 468-2724
Mon - Fri:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) Some interesting stats: Since 10/1 SLVHD has received almost 71,000 doses of H1N1 vaccine. 37% were administered at our clinics, 49% were sent to hospitals, clinics & private physicians and 14% were sent to pharmacies.

Fri at 9:25am
Huei
Huei
why can't those kids that need the 2nd nose spray or shot vaccine get a priority appointment? I'm worried that the 1st dose will be wasteful if we can't get the second appt. on time..
Fri at 8:26pm
Clint Myler
Clint Myler
I am wondering how much leeway between the two vaccine shots for the babies 6 months-3 yrs? I know it's about a month apart.. or a month apart, but what if we can't get that second dose in time?
Yesterday at 11:43pm
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Harmons, Smith’s and Walgreens to Give H1N1 Shots in SL County Local pharmacies step forward to partner with health department efforts (Salt Lake County) – In an effort to increase H1N1 vaccination access points to the public, the Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) has partnered wit...
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
We'll open up our reservations hotline and online booking next week (more details to come) until the available slots have been filled. Unfortunately we continue to get limited supplies so we will have limited timeslots and they will likely go fast. I'll post more specific info here on Monday.
Fri at 9:36am
Jon Baddley
Jon Baddley
SLVHD, you never answered anyone of the questions about the grocery stores not giving the vaccine to children under the age of 13. Since when did the cdc change the high risk age groups? This 'new' distribution arm is just making it more difficult for those of us who have younger children.
Fri at 3:28pm
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) Just in! Harmon's, Smith's & Walgreens will begin giving H1N1 vaccine at their Salt Lake County pharmacies this week! I'll post the details in a moment.

November 3 at 1:18pm
Linda Scharman Sims
Linda Scharman Sims
we got in to the 10400 south location today for two of the kids with asthma to get their shots. Thanks for the heads up. Now I am nervous if there will be any side effects????
November 3 at 6:36pm
Linda Scharman Sims
Linda Scharman Sims
so far so good! Glad we did get the shots!
November 4 at 6:32am
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) Just as we suspected our appointments were booked quickly this morning and all available timeslots have been filled. We understand many people were unable to make an appointment this week, but feel positive about avoiding the long lines of past clinics. We're planning on doing this again next week - stay tuned.

November 3 at 9:45am
Melissa Hills Cook
Melissa Hills Cook
Also my Family practice doctor is doing them but out they also said this week sometime they will be getting more.. University of Utah clinics there are a couple through out the valley..
November 3 at 1:07pm
Amanda Ray
Amanda Ray
Thanks!
November 4 at 12:04pm
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Winter Bike Commuting11/3/2009 (Tonight!) at 7:00 PMHave you been enjoying bike commuting during summer, but are discouraged from continuing through winter by the thought of the cold, darkness, snow and ice...
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) Getting ready to begin taking appointments at 9:00 a.m. via Appointment-Plus online system (direct link in note below) or via our hotline at (801) 743-7280.

November 3 at 7:35am
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Don, to clarify my message above - we've had a lot of positive feedback from people via other forms of communication. We're also hearing people's frustrations. Unfortunately until we receive more vaccine supplies we will continue to grapple with these difficult issues. Thanks for sharing your experience.
November 3 at 12:30pm
Don Blasongame
Don Blasongame
Thanks for replying.
November 3 at 12:38pm
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
SLVHD is making a shift in how we operate our vaccination clinics. Beginning tomorrow, Salt Lake County patrons can set appointments via phone or internet for their H1N1 vaccinations. Clinics will take place Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at four clinic locations...
Gump W. Bea
Gump W. Bea
Please announce when more openings become available. I wasn't able to get a slot at 9:00.
November 3 at 8:30am
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
November 3 at 12:33pm
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) This is a great article about the honor system & priority groups.

“We have made it very clear as to who we believe should go to the front of the line. There very much is an honor system here in place with us relying on the general public to do the right thing and step aside.” Thomas Skinner, CDC

Source: www.nytimes.com
Efforts to get vaccines to those at high risk are colliding with widespread fears and willy-nilly distribution.
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Jenny - that's an interesting idea! I'm actually heading into a planning meeting right now to discuss some options.
October 29 at 2:59pm
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) Welcome to all of our new Facebook fans - glad to see so many people tuned into our page & interested in keeping Salt Lake County healthy! Let me know if you have any questions & I'll do my best to get you some answers.

October 28 at 12:35pm
Melissa Minter Evans
Melissa Minter Evans
I hve a question about the vaccine. I'm not trying to cause any alarm, I just want to understand. My mom knows someone whose family member had her twin one year olds given the h1n1 vaccine. Afterward, one of the one year olds had problems and ended up in a coma. Apparently there have been 19 cases in the US after this vaccine was given. Do you... Read More know what this is or what would cause it? There's an actual name for it apparently, but I don't know what it is. I'm just trying to gather information. Thank you!
October 29 at 11:52am
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Melissa, my best recommendation is for you contact your healthcare provider to discuss vaccine benefits and risks. Your provider is an excellent resource for this information and has the added benefit of knowing your family's medical histories. I hope this helps!
October 29 at 1:03pm
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) This is a fun one: Your cold & flu symptoms, explained. Do you know why you sneeze?

Source: www.cnn.com
There's a reason for each and every sniffle, sneeze, ache, and pain. Learn why your body behaves the way it does, and discover the quickest ways to feel better.
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) Interested in some feedback from our Facebook fans - what do you think about Weber-Morgan's decision to take appointments for vaccination? This would be really labor intensive & tax our resources, but we are considering all options moving forward.

Source: www.abc4.com
OGDEN, Utah (ABC 4 News) - The Weber/Morgan Health District announced Tuesday plans to change the way they distribute the H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine.
Kristy
Kristy
It would be much easier if it was available to set up appointments online, even with a timeslot like Disney's fastpass
October 27 at 5:25pm
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
We appreciate all of your feedback, thanks for sharing your thoughts!
October 28 at 7:57am
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) Looking for flu vaccine in your area? Try the Utah Vaccination Locator! Check back frequently because information is updated often and as shipments of vaccine arrive.

Source: health.utah.gov
Current Issues Schedules/ Recommendations Parents Guide Statewide Clinics Travel Information Long Term Care and Assisted Living Immunization Reporting System Adult Information Flu Vaccine Information
Jennifer
Jennifer
No matter what info combination I put in, I have never been able to get a result of anything available. Even when I was able to go to the local clinic that same day and get a vaccination.
October 27 at 4:19pm
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)
Jennifer, private providers are responsible for updating this resource with their information and keeping everything up-to-date.

We have a new person on staff (as of today!) that is in charge of making sure this resource is up-to-date for our clinics.
October 28 at 7:56am
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD)

Salt Lake Valley Health Department (SLVHD) Thanks to everyone who posted feedback from Saturday's mass vaccination clinics on our Facebook page. We are already brainstorming ways to improve the process for next time (larger facilities, more parking, hand stamping or wristbands to eliminate "placeholding" or line cutting, etc.) and appreciate hearing from the people who were there. Thanks again!

October 26 at 2:19pm