Wondering what type of diphtheria or tetanus shot you need? MainStreet has all the details on the differences between the Td vaccine and the Tdap vaccine. What is Tetanus? According to the CDC, tetanus is a bacterial infection caused by clostridium tetani. Tetanus bacteria make a toxin that causes painful muscle contractions. It typically targets… Read more »
The Flu affects millions of people between October and March, and with all the information out there, it can be difficult to sort out the facts. That’s where MainStreet comes in! Read on to separate fact from fiction when it comes to the flu. Spreading The Flu The flu is extremely contagious, but not all… Read more »
The Hepatitis B Vaccine may be difficult to understand at first. MainStreet Family Care is here to clear up all your curiosities about this vaccine! What Is Hepatitis B? To fully understand the Hepatitis B Vaccine, you must first grasp the idea of what the disease Hepatitis B is. The hepatitis b virus causes Hepatitis… Read more »
Do you know how the flu is tested and treated? MainStreet Family Care is here to educate you on all things flu testing, treatment, and prevention. Influenza Variants There are several influenza viruses that affect millions of people each year. The two most common flu viruses are Type A and Type B, however many people… Read more »
Curious about the flu vaccine? MainStreet Family Care has all the information you need to know about receiving your annual flu shot! What Is The Flu? The flu, also known as influenza, is a contagious viral infection of the nose, throat and lungs. Influenza viruses A, C and D are most contagious during flu season,… Read more »
(Alabama Dept. of Health, April 28, 2021.) After a temporary pause, the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine has been authorized for use in adults. This vaccine can be used in a variety of settings and is highly effective, making it an important tool in the fight against COVID-19. Due to reports of a rare… Read more »
So you’re eligible for your vaccine..now what? It takes a while to figure out where to get a vaccine, when to get a vaccine, and if you’re eligible. Once you get the green light, what do you do next? We’ve outlined a few of the hurdles that lie between you and your vaccine, and how… Read more »
We all love our teachers. And we know, especially during this time, our teachers have faced lots of uncertainty. If you or someone you care about is actively working in the education sector, here is some information that we hope you find helpful. Eligible Teachers ADPH announced that teachers and many others are now eligible… Read more »
Will you be getting the COVID-19 vaccine in Alabama? MainStreet Family Care and KidsStreet Urgent Care are now offering COVID-19 vaccinations. These are currently available at all MainStreet and KidsStreet clinic locations. Below is information on the current phase of the vaccine distribution. Who can get a COVID-19 vaccine at this time? You can get… Read more »
Will you be getting the COVID-19 vaccine in Georgia? Georgia MainStreet Family Care clinics are now offering COVID-19 vaccinations. These are currently available at all MainStreet locations. Below is information on the current phase of the vaccine distribution in Georgia. Who can get a COVID-19 vaccine at this time? You can get a COVID-19 vaccination… Read more »
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