AHC News

September 2009

AHCI is on the Move
Posted: 9/21/2009
Asian Health Coalition of Illinois is moving to a new central location.
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Obama's Health Care Reform Address
Posted: 9/9/2009
On September 2, 2009, President Obama addressed Congress on Health Care in the United States. Included in this posting is the full text from his speech.

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Protect Yourself from the Flu
Posted: 9/8/2009
The most important way to protect yourself from seasonal flu and H1N1 flu is to follow some simple, common sense steps.

The single best way to protect against the seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, starting in September when yearly flu vaccinations usually become available. In general, anyone who wants to reduce their chances of getting the flu should get vaccinated.
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Chicago: Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Locations
Posted: 9/8/2009
Get a "seasonal" flu vaccination as soon as is reasonably possible. To get a seasonal flu shot, contact your family doctor or other health care provider. If you do not have a doctor, call 311 to find a City of Chicago vaccination site. From September 14 to October 9, the City will offer seasonal flu shots at no charge, at 45 one-day flu clinics. Additionally, a number of pharmacies and related businesses are or will soon be offering seasonal flu vaccinations. There will be plenty of seasonal flu vaccine, and shots will be easy to get.
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