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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 13 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ --

WHAT: In a major effort to help prevent the seasonal flu, The Clorox Company will host a free flu clinic at the South Central Family Health Center (SCFHC) in South Central Los Angeles. The event is part of the company's national effort, Pon el Virus de la Gripe Fuera de Accion (Take the flu virus out of action).

This seasonal flu vaccination event is open to the entire community and will provide 1,500 seasonal flu vaccines from 10:00am - 3:00pm to both adults and children. Dra. Aliza Lifshitz, a nationally recognized health expert and internist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, will be on hand to answer questions and provide direct advice to help families have a healthier flu season. Entertainment, such as face painters, coloring stations and balloon makers, is available making this an event for the whole family.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that all children ages 6 months to 18 years and their caregivers be vaccinated for the seasonal flu and then the H1N1 virus when the vaccine is generally available.


WHEN: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 10:00 - 3:00 -- press event 11:00 - 11:30

Speakers include - Dra. Aliza Lifshitz, internist and editor VidaySalud.com
Heidi Dorosin, director, The Clorox Company
Dr. Felix Aguilar, medical director, SCFHC

WHERE: South Central Family Health Center
4425 South Central Avenue
Los Angeles

SOURCE The Clorox Company