- Adult Immunizations
- Diptheria Immunization Information
- Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
- Hepatitis A Immunization Information
- Hepatitis B Immunization Information
- Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Immunization Information
- Human Papillomavirus (Hpv) Immunization Information
- Influenza Immunization Information - Flu
- Measles Immunization Information
- Meningococcal Immunization Information
- Mumps Immunization Information
- Pertussis (whooping cough) Immunization Information
- Pneumococcus Immunization Information
- Polio Immunization Information
- Rubella - German Measles Immunization Information
- Tetanus (Lockjaw) Immunization Information
- Varicella (Chicken Pox) Immunization Information
- Children's Immunizations
- Flu Shot Clinics
- Pneumonia Immunizations
- Shingles Immunizations
- Travel Immunizations
- Allergy Testing
- Lab Testing
- Wellness Screening
- Education
School - Zap the Flu
Mollen Immunization Clinics has developed a comprehensive school influenza immunization program called "Zap the Flu at School". This School Based Immunization Program has been designed to assist schools and communities in implementing the recommendations of both the Advisory Committees on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for influenza vaccination in school districts across the country.
Nursing Jobs
RN, LPN and LVN nurses needed for flu shot clinics and wellness programs. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are essential. Requires accurate patient documentation and consent form completion. Reliable transportation is a must. If you are interested in any part-time or full-time seasonal positions with us, please register here.
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
Description
Haemophilus Influenzae Type B is a severe bacterial infection, occurring primarily in infants and children under 5 years
Symptoms
Meningitis, pneumonia, sepsis, epiglotittis (a severe throat infection), skin infections, and arthritis (Can be serious in children under age 1, but there is little risk of getting the disease after age 5)
Complications
Hib meningitis (death in one out of 20 children, and permanent brain damage in 10% - 30% of the survivors)
Transmission of Haemophilus Influenzae Type B
Spread most likely through respiratory droplets (coughing and sneezing)
Vaccine
Hib vaccine is highly effective at preventing Hib disease.
As an adult, do I need it?
Most people over 5 years old do not need Hib vaccine. However, you should discuss getting the vaccine with your physician, if you have sickle cell anemia, or if your immune system is weakened because of
- HIV/AIDS or other diseases that affect the immune system
- treatment with drugs such as long-term steroids
- cancer treatment with x-rays or drugs
- bone marrow or organ transplant
- damaged spleen or no spleen.
Vaccine Information Statement
Haemophilus Fact Sheet English (pdf)
Haemophilus Fact Sheet Spanish (pdf)
