- 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
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- 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.
Meningococcal Immunization Information
Description
Meningococcal is a severe bacterial infection that can cause meningitis, bloodstream infection, and other localized infections.
Symptoms
Meningitis, which is an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and the spinal cord, is characterized by fever, headache, and stiff neck. Other symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and mental status changes.
Meningococcal bacteria can enter the bloodstream and cause an infection characterized by sudden onset of fever and, in severe cases, a rash.
Complications
Meningococcal disease can lead to death or permanent impairment, including hearing loss, mental impairment, or loss of limbs.
Meningococcal disease can also cause blood infections that can result in multiple organ system failure, shock, and death.
Transmission
The disease is spread person-to-person through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretions (e.g., by coughing, kissing, or sharing eating utensils). Close household contacts of persons with meningococcal disease are at greatly increased risk of infection.
Vaccine
There are two meningococcal vaccines available in the U.S.:
- Meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine (MPSV)
- Meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4)
MCV4 is the preferred vaccine for people ages 11-55, but MPSV4 can be used when MCV4 is not available.
Meningococcal vaccine is routinely recommended for adolescents 11-18 years of age.
As an adult, do I need it?
You should get one of the above meningococcal vaccines if:
- You are a college first-year college student living in a dormitory
- You are a military recruit
- You have a damaged spleen or your spleen has been removed
- You have terminal complement deficiency, an immune system disorder
- You are a microbiologist who is routinely exposed to meningococcal bacteria
- You are traveling or residing in countries in which the disease is common.
Vaccine Information Statement
Meningococcal Fact Sheet English (pdf)
Meningococcal Fact Sheet Spanish (pdf)
