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Maxim Health Systems Provides 25,000 Flu Shot Clinics Nationwide

COLUMBIA, Md., Oct. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Flu vaccinations are available at more than 25,000 nationwide flu clinics hosted by Maxim Health Systems. The company's Web site, http://www.FindAFluShot.com, helps users find convenient flu clinics based on user zip codes.

"We are in the middle of flu vaccination season and it isn't too late to get vaccinated," said Steve Pellito, National Director of Wellness Services for Maxim Health Systems. "We are encouraging everyone who is at risk and those who would like to reduce the likelihood of contracting influenza to visit our Web site at http://www.FindaFluShot.com to find a local flu shot clinic," said Pellito.

Maxim conducts its flu clinics at convenient retail locations, such as pharmacies, supermarkets, and other public venues. Finding the nearest location is as simple as typing in your zip code on http://www.FindaFluShot.com. This will provide the address, date, and times for flu shots at local clinics. The Web site also provides the latest news on influenza and links to other flu resources. For those who prefer to find a convenient location over the phone, Maxim provides a toll free number at 877-962-9358.

Each year as many as 65 million Americans fall victim to influenza and flu-related complications, such as pneumonia, resulting in 200,000 hospitalizations and 36,000 deaths per year. The CDC has determined that vaccinations are the single most effective way to prevent flu and strongly encourages high-risk individuals to get vaccinated. This includes:

-- Anyone who wants to reduce the likelihood of becoming ill or spreading

influenza to others

-- All persons over 50 years old

-- Children and adolescents who are receiving long-term as
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