Lake County Health Department / Community Health CenterIrene T. Pierce, M.S.N.Executive Director
Influenza (Flu) Visit LCHD's H1N1 Web page for H1N1 information, frequently asked questions, resources and links. You can also call the Flu Hotline at 847.377.8350.The flu is a contagious, viral respiratory illness. Symptoms can range from mild to severe which could lead to death. In order to reduce the risk of getting the flu, it is important to get the flu vaccination each fall. Additional information on flu, as well as flu vaccination clinic schedules can be found at LakeCountyFlu.com.
In Lake County, the flu season typically last from November through April. The Immunization Program conducts public flu vaccination clinics throughout the County every fall. The Lake County Health Department (LCHD) works in conjunction with hospitals, other health care providers and schools regarding tracking disease occurrence, prevention & treatment, disease control and public education.
Information for IndividualsInformation for Health Care ProvidersH1N1 Influenza InformationAvian Influenza InformationSeason-themed Flu Vaccination Promotion PostersEarly fall flu posterLate fall flu poster
Information for Individuals
Center for Disease Control Flu InformationIllinois Department of Public Health Flu InformationLCHD Common flu versus Avian fluLCHD/CHC Stay Healthy Flyer
Information for Health Care ProvidersInternational and National Flu ActivityIllinois Department of Public Health Flu ActivityCenter for Disease Control Flu InformationIllinois Department of Public Health Flu InformationLCHD Common flu versus Avian fluLCHD/CHC Stay Healthy Flyer“Cover your Cough” health poster
Pandemic Flu Information
A map of Avian Flu in Poultry, Wild Birds, and Humans Pandemic Flu and Avian InfluenzaEmergency Preparedness – What You Can Do Pandemic Flu Planning Checklist for Individuals and Families Pandemic Flu Planning Checklist for Businesses Wild Bird and Avian Flu information from the National Wildlife Health Center Advisory Wild Bird and Avian Flu information from the Illinois Department of Agriculture Additional information on wild bird and avian flu from the United States Department of Agriculture
847.377.8000Community Health ServicesPatricia Donald, Interim Director3010 Grand AvenueWaukegan, IL 60085
