And getting shot in Brooklyn...

 

...in the best possible way. New York City has been offering free weekend H1N1 vaccinations at public clinics. Two family members went to get theirs this past weekend at a public school in Lefferts Garden.

Astonishingly well organized, multiple languages spoken, friendly folks providing the service -- and as previously mentioned, absolutely free. This one took place at George Wingate Educational Campus. Photos to convey what public health POD (Point of Distribution) clinics look like. Although not that many people were there when we went this past Sunday, 3000 showed up on another day in Manhattan.

Pregnant and nursing mothers, by the way, are able to receive thimerasol-free (no mercury - it's used as a preservative) shots.

Wingate School where clinic took place

Posters on outside doors

First you check in

Many languages spoken

Sign telling you where to go next

Offers of free medicine if needed

Or more medical advice

Green disks indicate that nurse is available to shoot you

 

Ouch!

A doctor is available at all times

In this case, Dr. Diana Berger

Adios!

Comments

[Judy Smith]

Great photos documenting this service!

[Jessica Lipnack]

Thanks! And for providing the reason!