Department of Health & Social Services Administration 752 East Main Street, Room 320 Bridgeport CT 06608 Click here for directions
Administrative Office Hours Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
William P. Quinn Acting Director of Health & Social Services (203) 576-7680 Voice (203) 576-8311 Fax William.Quinn@bridgeportct.gov We educate and enforce all City, State and Federal Public Health Laws and care for all residents and visitors of the City from conception until death. Our services improve the quality of life to the citizens of the City of Bridgeport.
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2009-10 Influenza (Flu) Season
H1N1 flu clinics will be held every WEDNESDAYS and FRIDAYS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, Health & Social Services Department Building on East Main Street.
Our new evening clinics will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00pm to 7:00pm no appointment needed.
The location for these clinics is the:
Bridgeport Health Department
752 E. Main Street, Room 150
The regular day clinics are Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00pm to 3:00pm and do not need an appointment, ALL WALK-INS welcomed.
NOTE: We do not have seasonal flu vaccines at this time.
Please call 203-576-8242 for appointments or to answer questions.
Medicare part B, HealthNet-Medicare insurance, cash, check for $20.00 ( for seasonal flu shot only) will be accepted.
Get Vaccinated. Vaccination is the best protection against contracting the flu. You need two vaccines to be fully protected this year. The seasonal flu vaccine is different from the H1N1 (Swine) flu vaccine. The CDC is encouraging people to get both vaccinations. Get both vaccinations as soon as possible. More information on Vaccination
Find a Flu Clinic Near You and Get Vaccinated. The American Lung Association (ALA) has an online tool called, Flu Clinic Locator. Visit the ALA Flu Clinic Locator or our Flu Shot Locator page, to find flu shots in your area.
If you do contract the flu, talk to your doctor about antivirals. Antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid or an inhaler) that can be used for prevention or treatment of flu viruses. If you get sick, antiviral drugs can make your illness milder and make you feel better faster. Two types of antivirals, Oseltamivir (TAMIFLU®) and Zanamivir (RELENZA®) may be effective against the H1N1 (Swine) flu. More information on medications and antivirals.
Take these everyday steps to protect your health:
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.
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