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Contact Information

Medical Clinic:
Location: Tomichi Hall - Room 104
Phone: (970) 943-2707
Fax: (970) 943-2218
Email: mdhealth@western.edu

 

Is It A Cold, Flu, Or Pneumonia?

 

When the Flu(Influenza) leads to Pneumonia

Battling the flu can tax your immune system and can increase the chances that you'll develop pneumonia. To help prevent other infectious organisms from gaining a foothold in the lungs, drink lots of liquids. Avoid taking antihistimines, which can dry and thicken secretions in the respitory tract. Also, try to avoid smoking and drinking excessive alcohol, which can interfere with the body's natural mechanisms that flush out invading organisms. Taking these simple precautions can help you recover from the flu and help prevent pneumonia and other illnesses. American Lung Association.

 

Symptom

Cold

Flu

Pneumonia

Fever

Rare

Characteristic, high (over 101F) lasting 3-4 days

Characteristic, high and rises rapidly (up to 105F)

Headache

Rare

Prominent

Generally no

Muscle aches and pains

Slight

Usual and often severe

Occasionally

Fatigue

Mild

Early, prominent and can last up to 2-3 weeks

Occasionally

Stuffy/runny nose

Common

Sometimes

Generally no

Sore, scratchy throat

Common

Sometimes

Generally no

Chest discomfort/pain

Mild to moderate

Common

Common

Cough

Common

Generally a dry hacking cough

Moist cough; may produce rust colored sputum or pus

Onset of Symptoms

Gradual

Rapid

Gradual

 

 

 
Current Events and News

**FLU SHOTS**

~Every Tuesday Public Health gives vaccines  by appointments only~

~City Market Flu Shots are available anytime for $25~ 

*GARDASIL IS NOW APPROVED FOR MALES*

!!!!!HPV Vaccination for $14 per Dose!!!!!!

Gunnison County Public Health received a grant to give 100 Doses of HPV VACCINATIONS to Women aged 19-26 for $10 per dose until May 1st. After that it will cost $14 per dose. HPV is a 3 series vaccination

Normally this vaccination would cost $200 per dose at your physicians office - What a GREAT Deal

Call Public Health - First Come, First Serve - To get your vaccination. These shots can prevent Cervial Cancer!!!!!

Call 970-641-7990

SEASONAL FLU SHOTS NOW AVAILABLE AT GUNNISON CITY MARKET

Meningitis, HPV and Tetanus with Pertussis Shots are now available at Gunnison Public Health

 Menactra- the meningitis shot.  Public Health has received a onetime shipment of this vaccine to be used for anyone over 18 years old, such as college students--cost $14.

HPV- This vaccine prevents Human Papilomavirus infection that is leading cause of cervical cancer.  Public Health has a limited supply of this vaccine that is available for patients 19-26 years old--cost $14.

Tdap- Tetanus with Pertussis (whooping cough).  This vaccine is always available at Public Health for all ages of the public who need it.  Current recommendation is one-time dose.  This is especially important with the rise in Pertussis cases, locally and nationally.  Cost $14. 

Call Gunnison Public Health for an appt 970-641-0209