Reno, Nev. (Jan 29, 2014)—Immunize Nevada is holding its annual Silver Syringe Awards to recognize 16 outstanding individuals and organizations who have gone above and beyond to protect Nevadans from vaccine-preventable diseases. The 16th annual Silver Syringe Awards takes place Saturday, March 1 at 6:00 PM at the Peppermill Reno.
With 25 states reporting widespread levels of influenza activity in the US including Nevada, Washoe County residents are seeking options to get an annual flu vaccine. Immunize Nevada, Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows and Washoe County Health District are partnering to offer a community flu clinic on Tuesday, January 14 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club, 2680 East 9th Street in Reno. Flu vaccines (both mist and shots) are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Guest blog submitted by Amy Armentrout
Eradication of many diseases is something that my generation takes for granted and gives little thought to. Growing up, I was frequently reminded of a special cousin my mother lost to polio. Not that long ago, children were killed or permanently disabled from preventable diseases.
Life is busy, especially around the holidays. We understand that it’s not always easy to take the time out your hectic schedules to volunteer for a flu clinic or attend an Immunize Nevada meeting. And we also know that we have supporters who live near and far. For those of you who want to help Immunize Nevada and show your support, but don’t necessarily have the time or aren’t able to be here in person, there are still quite a few ways you can contribute. One of those ways is to shop online!
The 7th Annual Nevada Health Conference was a huge success! We are thrilled that more than 250 healthcare professionals spent several days with us despite facing budget challenges and being stretched thin in their practices.
Flu season is here and that means one thing: spreading the message about the importance of getting an annual vaccine and helping people find resources to access vaccines. The Southern Nevada Immunization and Health Coaltion (SNIHC) has coordinated more than 20 opportunities for those without health insurance to get a no-cost flu vaccine. Community Clinics are scheduled throughout Southern Nevada at
What: Immunize Nevada, in partnership with Amerigroup and Walgreens, will offer free flu vaccines for anyone 7 years and older as part of the Futsol Community Health Fair. No ID or proof of insurance is required to receive a vaccine, however those with insurance are asked to bring their insurance or Medicare cards. Additional community organizations and non-profits will be on-hand with giveaways, free resources and information. There will also be free food and entertainment.
In the past several years, pharmacies have become an important immunization partner in Nevada. If you are looking for a place to get a back-to-school Tdap vaccination for your 7th grade student, your neighborhood pharmacy may just be the closest and most convenient location. The best way to find out what vaccines your pharmacy carries is to call directly. Pharmacies offering immunizations include CVS, Raley's, Rite Aid, Safeway, Smith's and Walgreen's.
As summer break quickly winds down, your back-to-school checklist may seem longer than you remembered… especially if you still need to get back-to-school immunizations done for the kids! Save the date for the El Sol Back To School Immunization Fair happening tomorrow, where all required school immunizations will be available free of charge while supplies last.