News Release

Sept. 28, 2007

News media calls to David Hass at (630) 682-7979, ext. 7374.

 

DuPage County Health Department and CDH partner with

Osco Drug Pharmacy and Dominick’s so more people get flu shots this year

39 Osco and Dominick’s locations offer $5 gift card to people who get shots

The DuPage County Health Department is working closely with several community partners to make it easier for residents to obtain flu shots. The health department believes that more people will get flu shots if the shots are available closer to home.

To reach that goal, the health department and Central DuPage Hospital are working with Osco Drug Pharmacy and Dominick’s to promote their flu shot services. The health department will still be giving flu shots on a limited basis, but encourages people to use Osco Drug Pharmacy and Dominick’s. All Osco Drug Pharmacy and Dominick’s locations in DuPage County will offer flu shots after vaccine has arrived, usually in October.

Persons getting their flu shots at Osco Drug Pharmacy or Dominick’s will receive an appreciation coupon that they may present at any Chicagoland Dominick’s or Osco Drug Pharmacy to receive $5 off their next in-store purchase. They should see the pharmacy for additional details. This offer is valid Oct. 1, 2007 through Dec. 31, 2007.

For information and locations go to www.dupagehealth.org/flu.

The health department will still give flu shots to children and their families, and senior groups in certain community situations.

Please tell family members and friends about the importance of getting a flu shot this year. For information on flu shots, contact your nearest Osco Drug Pharmacy or Dominick’s or call the health department at (630) 682-7400.

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