SENATOR BOSCOLA TO HOST FREE FLU VACCINE CLINIC IN MONROE COUNTY

            BETHLEHEM (NOV 10) – State Senator Lisa M. Boscola is proud to announce that she will be hosting a free flu shot clinic in Monroe County.  The clinic, which is in collaboration with Pocono Medical Center, will be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at the Stroudsburg Borough Municipal Building from 10 a.m.-12 Noon.

            “Getting a flu shot is one step to protect yourself from the numerous health complications related to the flu,” Boscola said.  “Those at the highest risk during flu season are our seniors and those with lung disease or impaired immune systems.”

            This clinic was organized in order to provide a free and convenient way for the residents of Monroe County to take precautions to help keep themselves healthy this winter.  There are no restrictions on who can receive the flu vaccine at this clinic, all are welcome.

            Senator Boscola’s first flu shot clinic will be held:

·         Tuesday, November 18, 2008 – 10am-12pm
Stroudsburg Borough Municipal Building
Council Chambers
700 Sarah Street, Stroudsburg, PA

            “I urge citizens to take advantage of this opportunity to get a free flu shot and would also like to thank Pocono Medical Center for collaborating with me to make this event a reality,” Boscola added.

            For questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Senator Boscola’s office at 570-420-2938 (Stroudsburg) or toll-free at 1-877-535-1818 (Bethlehem).

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