- 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.
Pertussis (whooping cough) Immunization Information
Description
Pertussis (Whooping Cough) is a respiratory disease caused by bacteria
Symptoms
Runny nose, sneezing, low grade fever, cough, similar to the common cold. After 1-2 weeks, may progress to stage characterized by bursts of numerous rapid coughs (paroxysms). A final recovery stage with coughing may last weeks or months.
Complications
Bacterial pneumonia and rib fracture. Other complications of adult pertussis occur rarely. Infants are at highest risk for apnea, pneumonia, seizures, encephalopathy, and death.
Transmission
Spread by coughing and sneezing.
Vaccine
Pertussis vaccine (contained in Tdap, DTP, and DTaP) can prevent this disease.
As an adult, do I need to be vaccinated for Pertussis (Whooping Cough)?
- If you are <65 years and have not previously received a dose of Tdap, a single dose of Tdap should replace a single dose of Td for booster immunization if the most recent tetanus toxoid-containing vaccine was received at least 10 years earlier.
- Adults in close contact with an infant aged <1 year who have not previously received Tdap should receive a dose of Tdap; an interval as short as 2 years since the most recent Td is suggested.
- Healthcare personnel in hospitals and ambulatory care settings with direct patient contact who have not previously received Tdap should receive a dose of Tdap; an interval as short as 2 years since the most recent Td is recommended.
