The Anchorage municipality's first public clinic for swine flu vaccinations will take place today but will be limited to residents who fall into one of the priority groups, city officials say. The clinic is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. -- or until the vaccine supply runs out -- at the UAA Student Union Building, 2921 Spirit Way.

The city had intended to begin public vaccinations Nov. 7 but held off because of a shortage of vaccine.

The clinic today is open to children and young adults ages 6 months to 24 years, pregnant women, those who are in contact with babies under 6 months old, health care workers, and people aged 25 to 64 with underlying health conditions that put them at greater risk if they catch the swine flu.

The health conditions covered include asthma, lung disease, heart disease, neurological and neuro-developmental conditions, diseases or medicines that weaken the immune system, and a variety of other disorders.

Those seeking the vaccine should bring identification and be ready to discuss their immunization history, city officials say. Parents are asked to bring their child's shot records if possible.

People who are sick with flulike symptoms are asked not to come. They should wait to get vaccinated until their symptoms are gone for at least 24 hours.

For more information on vaccination clinics, people can call the municipal flu hot line at 343-2525, or visit the city's flu Web site at hhs.muni.org.

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